Yannis Philippakis Quotes

I'm just worn down and weary of bands whose lyrics are cryptic and self-referential.

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• I'm just worn down and weary of bands whose lyrics are cryptic and self-referential.

  

  Yannis Philippakis
  • Band
  • Self
  • Lyrics