If you want to be a good blues singer, people are going to be down on you, so dress like you're going to the bank to borrow money.
B. B. KingRead
I tell my children now that they are older, 'If something happens to me... don't make no big fuss over me. Don't make no big expense on my funeral. Don't put any pressure on the rest of the family. I've loved everybody, and I hope they loved me. But don't create this big expense for the family.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of simplicity and avoiding financial burden in death, while cherishing love over material concerns.
In this quote, B. B. King expresses a profound sentiment about death and familial bonds. He communicates his desire for a simple farewell, urging his children to avoid the emotional and financial strain that can accompany funerals. By prioritizing love and minimizing expenses, he highlights the value of family relationships and the importance of remembrance over material extravagance.
Themes
FamilyLoveFuneralSimplicityDeath
In practice
Example use cases
During a family gathering, you might share this quote to encourage open discussions about end-of-life wishes.
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Everything I record, I just try to sound like me and come up with songs that suit what I do and then just go for it. I never know what the public's going to like, anyway.
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