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" Just because someone is your family member doesn't mean they're a good person. "
Kali Uchis
Good Person
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" The first time I did a show, I definitely didn't get any money. My friend just let me do this show. I was so nervous: my mic didn't work, and I was like, 'Urgh.' It was terrible. It was a dingy club off of the highway, but all these people came. It was packed out. "
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