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When you grow up in one town and your life revolves around it, you are very aware of any darkness on the edge of town. That's because it's scary and it's inviting.
Melissa Etheridge
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Melissa Etheridge
Age: 63
Born: 1961
Born: May 29
Composer
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Leavenworth
Kansas
Melissa Lou Etheridge
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