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" Our parents helped us, or we wouldn't be here. Lacy Van Zant and my mother used to sign for amps or loan us money to get to the gig or take us in their car. It's just like little sports guys - Little League and football players - whose parents help them. That's why they get good. "

Gary Rossington

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" If we do not play 'Alabama,' our fans would kill us. "

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" God blessed us with talent. "

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