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I think I was supposed to play jazz.
Herbie Hancock
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Herbie Hancock
Age: 84
Born: 1940
Born: April 12
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Creativity shouldn't be following radio it should be the other way around.
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Getting the Oscar had the biggest impression on me.
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It's not exclusive, but inclusive, which is the whole spirit of jazz.
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Like no matter what happens, this would be the ultimate, they can make something positive happen.
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