I just would like to keep singing. As soon as I'm not singing well, I hope that I know it, so that I can get off the stage and leave what I have done. I hope I'll know, and if I don't, I hope somebody tells me.
Rosemary ClooneyRead
I'll keep working as long as I live because singing has taken on the feeling of joy that I had when I started, when my only responsibility was to sing well.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The joy of singing remains a priority and a source of happiness throughout life.
In this quote, Rosemary Clooney expresses the enduring joy and fulfillment she derives from singing, emphasizing that her motivation to continue performing comes from a genuine passion rather than external pressures. Her reflection highlights the importance of maintaining a sense of joy in one's pursuits, akin to the carefree enjoyment experienced in the early stages of any endeavor.
Themes
JoySingingHappinessPassionPerformance
In practice
Example use cases
During a motivational speech on pursuing one's passion, one could reference this quote to inspire others.
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