Numbin' the runt of reputation they call rat frame, Top-E as a tourniquet, A low tune whistles across his grave, Forever the slave of his Six Strings. - Nick Cave

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Numbin' the runt of reputation they call rat frame,
Top-E as a tourniquet,
A low tune whistles across his grave,
Forever the slave of his Six Strings.

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About Nick Cave

Nick Cave (born 22 September 1957) is an Australian musician, songwriter, poet, author and actor.

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Birth Name: Nicholas Edward Cave
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The song is heroic because the song confronts death. The song is immortal and bravely stares down our own extinction. The song emerges from the spirit world with a true message: Some day I will tell you how to slay the dragon.
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