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I discovered at 18 that singing and songwriting was my strength. I decided that it was closest to my heart and if I pursued it then there would be no competition. I would just live my life being myself and living my dream.

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Jason Mraz
Age: 47
Born: 1977
Born: June 23
Composer
Guitarist
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Richmond
Virginia
Jason Thomas Mraz
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Cause even the stars they burn, some even fall to the earth. We've got a lot to learn, God knows we're worth it.
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I hope everyone wakes up and appreciates life.
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Other people's lives are affected by how you are treating yourself and the way in which you are performing.
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There's no shame in being crazy.
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I love getting a smile out of my girlfriend - that makes me feel like I'm seen, or heard.
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I love the sound of the wind in the trees and the song of the birds and the shuffle in the leaves of my many woodland friends.
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I listened to the radio, so I was influenced by everyone from Michael Jackson to Milli Vanilli. But thankfully my dad had a collection of Cat Stevens albums while my mom was listening to jazz.
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And it's okay if you have to go away Oh just remember the telephone works both ways And if I never ever hear them ring If nothing else I'll think the bells inside Have finally found you someone else and that's okay Cause I'll remember everything you sang ((You and I both))
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Well, I've been happily supporting myself for ten years now on the hustle and trade of live entertainment. I guess my breakthrough moment was when I decided to go for it once and for all.
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Stress is the result of not listening to your heart. If you ignore it for too long, and surrender your power to someone else, your chest will explode with panic. I take plenty of time for me.
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