"Russell wrote, sang, and produced some of the top records in rock 'n' roll history and was well-known for his" striking appearance, "with" wispy white hair "that" covered much of his face.

拉塞尔谱写、演唱并制作了摇滚乐史上一些排名靠前的唱片，他的“显著外貌”非常出名，“纤细白发覆盖了脸的大半部分”。

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