I think when I was younger, I wanted to be a star, until I became a star, and then it's a lot of work. It's work to be a star. I don't enjoy the stardom part. I only enjoy the creative process.
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I hated singing. I wanted to be an actress. But I don't think I'd have made it any other way.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Barbra Streisand reflects on how her unexpected journey to singing shaped her career and success.
In this quote, Barbra Streisand expresses her initial aversion to singing and her desire to be an actress instead. However, she acknowledges that her path through music was crucial to her success and that without it, she might not have achieved the same level of recognition. This highlights the idea that sometimes our journeys take unexpected turns that ultimately lead to success, even if they are not aligned with our original aspirations.
Themes
SuccessJourneyMusicActingCareer
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for discussing how unexpected career paths can lead to success during a motivational speech.
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