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Every breath I take becomes deeper, and I become more confident of myself without my crutches. The lies I've filled my body and soul with aren't needed anymore. They're not welcome. I choose to live, not just exist.
James Hetfield
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James Hetfield
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: August 3
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James Alan Hetfield
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