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I know when I feel good when I play. There's a closeness with musicians you only get from playing live, even in the studio it's still playing live. For me, it's what expands my soul.

Ringo Starr

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Ringo Starr
Age: 84
Born: 1940
Born: July 7
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I couldn't put my finger on one reason why we broke up. It was time, and we were spreading out. They were spreading out more than I was. I would've stayed with the band.
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I've never gone to the bedroom when I was starting out and practiced away.
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My soul is that of a drummer.... I didn't do it to become rich and famous. I did it because it was the love of my life.
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Well, I'm getting happier all the time, which is very nice.
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I'm warning you with peace and love I have too much to do. So no more fan mail. Thank you, thank you. And no objects to be signed, nothing. Peace and love, peace and love.
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