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Jon Batiste says he barely spoke as a child
Original: Jon Batiste says he barely spoke as a child. Now, he's making "social music."
Musician Jon Batiste says he was so quiet as a child that he barely spoke, and that music became his way of connecting with people. He describes his current work as 'social music,' aimed at bringing people together. The remarks offer a rare personal glimpse into the Grammy-winning artist's upbringing and how he found his voice through performance.
Why now: Batiste is opening up about his childhood and the personal meaning behind his music, which draws public interest
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