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I'm not planning on singing too late. Maybe another eight or 10 years is enough before I retire. It would also be great to revisit all these stunning places around the world where I have toured.
Sharon Jones
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Sharon Jones
Age: 60 †
Born: 1956
Born: May 4
Died: 2016
Died: November 18
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