Kenneth Bruce Gorelick (Kenny G) Quotes

Maybe I'm a dreamer, but I think the ordinary guy has just as much right to say 'This is a good song' as somebody who is in the music business.

Kenneth Bruce Gorelick

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  • Good
  • Music
  • Business