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England is a profoundly bizarre place that has produced thousands of bands the world has worshipped.

Gene Simmons

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Gene Simmons
Age: 75
Born: 1949
Born: August 25
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I was never interested in being a rock star. I always wanted to be Boris Karloff.
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The makeup is simply an extension of the personality and colors, clothing, makeup all express something.
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I'm fascinated with myself and love hearing the sound of my own voice. I'd like to hear what I have to say. A lot of people don't like being alone because they truly don't like themselves, but I love me.
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I'm in a weird band. We've done very well. The American Dream is alive and well.
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You know why I'm pulling your leg? Because I can't touch it from where I am.
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It's very professionally done, very clever songwriting. I like Backstreet Boys more than 'N Sync, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, it's all very well done stuff. Much better than the Partridge Family and New Kids On The Block. I took my kids to see Backstreet Boys live and they flipped out
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I love money, I love women, I like to work hard and I don't use drugs.
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Never underestimate the power of being popular in pop culture. You have to be able to do something. You can have a good seat at the restaurant, but you still have to pay for the meal. Fame is important, but to be rich is more important.
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People who are the salt of the earth get up and go to a job that they hate.
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Anyone who tells you they got into rock'n'roll for reasons other than girls, fame and money is full of s***.
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