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Distinctive Quote by Sampha

“When I hear someone, instantaneously, I'm like, 'Who's singing?' You're…” quote by Sampha — Download Open image

“When I hear someone, instantaneously, I'm like, 'Who's singing?' You're giving people so much of yourself, and my voice is the most natural, distinctive tool I have. It's up to me to express myself on a wider scale than just writing vocal melodies and lyrics.”

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