Quote by Andy Partridge

My parents, especially my mother, were no influence on me whatsoever.

My parents, especially my mother, were no influence on me wh

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This quote suggests that the speaker's parents, particularly their mother, did not have any influence or impact on their life. It indicates that the speaker's upbringing lacked any significant guidance or direction from their parents. The quote may imply a sense of detachment or discontent with the way they were raised and implies that other external factors may have played a more significant role in shaping the speaker's perspective and development.

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By Andy Partridge

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