A Quote by Rufus Wainwright

You get to a certain age, and you feel the need to reward yourself just for existing.

Rufus Wainwright

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Age Certain Certain Age Existing Feel Get Just Need Reward Yourself

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Rufus Wainwright
Canadian - Musician
Born: July 22, 1973

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