Amy [Winehouse] changed pop music forever, I remember knowing there was hope, and feeling not alone because of her. She lived jazz, she lived the blues.

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To everyone who says this is wrong to feel like this say, 'I was born this way baby.

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People that are obsessed with hating you, feel flattered. Their whole lives revolve around you.

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Ignore all hatred and criticism. Live for what you create, and die protecting it.

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For being different, it’s easy. But to be unique, it’s a complicated thing.

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The reason I don't want anyone to control me is not because I want to be in control. I don't want anyone to control me because I don't want anyone to control anyone.

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Confidence is key, if you don't have it, fake it!

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Don't you ever let a soul in the world tell you that you can't be exactly who you are.

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Even if the whole world turns their back on you, you will always have yourself.

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You have to fail and then get better. Then you have to fail again, and then get even better.

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