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People might say Im difficult, but did you ever hear anyone describe a label as difficult? By nature, artists should cha

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"People might say I'm difficult, but did you ever hear anyone describe a label as 'difficult'? By nature, artists should challenge. When they call you difficult, it is a reflection of the imbalance of power"

- Michelle Shocked

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This quote is written / told by Michelle Shocked somewhere between February 24, 1962 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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