As a songwriter I hate this whole, 'If it's a sad song, it has to sound like a … - Nate Ruess

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Nate Ruess

As a songwriter I hate this whole, 'If it's a sad song, it has to sound like a sad song thing. ' And that goes all the way back to my days with the Format. I'm an insane narcissist, so if I have to get something off my chest, I'll get something off my chest.

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