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Profession: Musician
Nationality: English
Birthday: March 1, 1958

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When I started workin' with Muddy. That convinced me that I could get away with doin' the blues.

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I may be revered or defamed and decried; But I tried to live my life right.

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I've tried to quit writing several times, but I enjoy it too much.

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I found out that I couldn't have a nervous breakdown. I tried a couple of times, but it just didn't work out. My mind, my body wouldn't let me.

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