Give me hunger, pain and want, Shut me out with shame and failure From your doors of gold and fame, Give me your shabbiest, weariest hunger! But leave me a little love.
Carl SandburgRead
What else have I done nearly all my life than go hungry and go on singing?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes persistence and passion despite hardships.
In this quote, Carl Sandburg reflects on his lifelong commitment to his craft, suggesting that despite facing difficulties such as hunger, his dedication to singing and artistic expression has been unwavering. It highlights the importance of pursuing one's passion even in the face of adversity, reinforcing the idea that true fulfillment comes from staying true to one's calling.
Themes
SingingPassionPersistenceHardshipDedication
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a motivational speech to inspire artists to follow their passion.
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