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I've been in the music business for 15 years. I've seen it all, man. I've just always been scared of coke. When I was on the road and saw some people do it, I was afraid I would really like it. I was afraid of the consequences.

Kenny Chesney

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Kenny Chesney
Age: 56
Born: 1968
Born: March 26
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