A Quote by Lenny Kravitz

My mother's side of the family is from the Bahamas, and I spent time there on and off when I was growing up. It's the place where I feel at peace.

Lenny Kravitz

Quote Topics

And Off Bahamas Family Feel Growing Growing Up Mother Off On And Off Peace Place Side Spent Time Up

Quote Author

Lenny Kravitz
American - Musician
Born: May 26, 1964

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Maysoon Zayid

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