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Wanda Jackson is an American musician born on October 20, 1937. She is often referred to as the "Queen of Rockabilly" for her influential role in the genre. Jackson gained fame in the 1950s with hits like "Let's Have a Party" and "Fujiyama Mama." Her unique blend of country and rock music has inspired many artists. Jackson continues to perform and is recognized for her contributions to music, particularly in the rockabilly and country genres.
"And it wasn't until '84 when I was first asked to come to Sweden and do an album and concert tour."
"Right, different generations come along, and discover the music, I think."
"I loved Carl Perkins, Jerry lee Lewis... not only were they personal friends."
"It seems like the good things that have happened in my career are things that you don't try to plan and push, and make it happen, it just seems to happen."
"Getting comments like that from even the young people at the shows who probably aren't singers, the girls who just tell me that I'm an inspiration to them, for one reason or another."
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