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Jeff Ross

When I see a good singer, I get teary-eyed. Part of it is jealousy because all comedians are frustrated rock stars. That's a fact.

Jeff Ross

Jealousy

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Jeff Ross feels emotional when he watches a talented singer because he wishes he had that kind of skill and success. He believes comedians secretly want to be rock stars but can't, which makes them envious of singers.

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