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“The existence of sexual energy is such an every-day part of life. It's such a natural aspect of life. That we end up relating to without any shame. .”

“I never really had the intention of being a rock 'n' roller. It's just that all of my best friends were great musicians and they felt sorry for me so they had me. .”

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“I knew there was never anyone to blame when people get into drugs. They're always responsible for their own behavior, and it's not the dealer, and it's not the friend, it's not the childhood. .”

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“Desecration is the smile on my face.”

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