I get no kick from champagne. Mere alcohol doesn't thrill me at all. So, tell me why should it be true, that I get a kick out of you?
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Be like the bluebird who never is blue, For he knows from his upbringing what singing can do
Interpretation
What this quote means
Embrace a positive outlook and recognize the power of joy and expression shaped by your experiences.
This quote encourages individuals to adopt a positive perspective even in difficult circumstances, highlighting that one's upbringing and past experiences can influence the ability to find joy and purpose in life. The bluebird symbolizes hope and contentment, suggesting that one's understanding of the value of singing, or expressing joy, leads to a fulfilling life.
Themes
BluebirdJoyUpbringingExpressionHappiness
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about resilience and positivity.
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My sole inspiration is a telephone call from a director. ... (when asked who wrote 'Some Enchanted Evening') Rodgers and Hammerstein, if you can imagine it taking two men to write one song. ... Good authors, too, who once knew better words now use only four-letter words writing prose. ... Brush up your Shakespeare and they'll all kowtow.
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It's delightful, it's delicious, it's de-lovely.
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In olden days a glimpse of stocking was looked on as something shocking. Now, Heaven knows, anything goes. The world has gone mad today, and good's bad today, and black's white today, and day's night today.
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Night and day you are the one,_x000D_ _x000D_ Only you beneath the moon and under the sun.
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