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Jerry Leiber

I heard this music coming out of the radio and it was 'Ain't Nobody's Business.' It got me. I thought, 'I can do this.' I decided just like that. No romantic story.

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Jerry Leiber describes how hearing a particular song on the radio inspired him instantly and clearly to pursue music. He emphasizes that this decision was straightforward and practical, without any emotional or dramatic backstory.

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