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Obviously, I like things that are cute and aggressive at the same time, but I didn't want it to just be mini-bangs and lip-syncing in a dress. I need to get away from that stuff.

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Grimes
Age: 36
Born: 1988
Born: March 17
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Claire Elise Boucher
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