Abigail Washburn Quotes

For most Americans, my Chinese music feels like a novelty, and it's not what it is for me.

Abigail Washburn

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• For most Americans, my Chinese music feels like a novelty, and it's not what it is for me.

  

  Abigail Washburn
  • Music
  • Me
  • Like