Neneh Cherry (Neneh Mariann Karlsson) Quotes

Both my parents were working-class and had dreams of making the world a better place. It's pretty powerful, being able to reflect back their beliefs.

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• Both my parents were working-class and had dreams of making the world a better place. It's pretty powerful, being able to reflect back their beliefs.

  

  Neneh Cherry
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  • Pretty
  • Parents