You can't master your future if you're still a slave to your past.
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I love singing. I love it, and it doesn't feel like a chore. It's an expression.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Singing is a joyful and authentic form of self-expression for the speaker.
In this quote, Rihanna emphasizes her passion for singing, highlighting that it brings her joy rather than feeling like an obligation. She views singing as a genuine form of expression, suggesting that true artistic endeavors should stem from love and passion rather than duty.
Themes
SingingExpressionPassionArtJoy
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about pursuing one's passion, this quote can inspire budding artists.
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When it comes to everybody else's thing and their lane and their timing, I'm never doing anything intentional to, like, come after somebody. That will always be my biggest mistake or anybody's biggest mistake if that's their intention.
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Keep your eyes on the finish line and not on the turmoil around you.
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People - especially white people - they want me to be a role model just because of the life I lead. The things I say in my songs, they expect it of me.
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Once you're back on your feet - if you ever make it back on your feet - that's the ultimate achievement. I remember I was in New York at the Trump Hotel and I woke up and I just knew I was over it. It was a different day. I felt different. I didn't feel lonely. I felt like I wanted to get up and be in the world. That was a great, great feeling.
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