Suzanne Vega / Tom's Diner - EP / 1986

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Credits

Written by Steve Addabbo, Suzanne Vega

Produced by Arthur Baker, Steve Addabbo

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About Suzanne Vega

Suzanne Nadine Vega is an American singer-songwriter of folk-inspired music. Vega's music career spans 40 years.

b. 1959 / United States

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