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I've always looked for the perfect life to step into. I've taken all the paths to get where I wanted.But no matter where I go, I still come home me.

Layne Staley

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Layne Staley
Age: 34 †
Born: 1967
Born: August 22
Died: 2002
Died: April 5
Composer
Guitarist
Musician
Singer
Singer-Songwriter
Kirkland
Washington
Layne Thomas Staley
Layne Rutherford Staley
Wanted
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Come
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Path
Always
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Home
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