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I always had this energy level that made me want to come to New York.

Roy Ayers

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Roy Ayers
Age: 84
Born: 1940
Born: September 10
Composer
Jazz Musician
Recording Artist
Singer
Singer-Songwriter
LA
California
Always
York
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Having good health, being able to breathe and be happy, that's one of the most beautiful gifts. On top of that, I have the gift to play music and make people happy through that. I'm just telling you from my heart, I'm so in love with life.
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