It is true that I have had heartache and tragedy in my life. These are things none of us avoids. Suffering is the price of being alive.
Judy CollinsRead
Music can speak louder than words, and I will use my music to speak out on behalf of children everywhere.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Music serves as a powerful form of expression, especially regarding important issues like children's rights.
In this quote, Judy Collins emphasizes the profound impact music can have in conveying messages that words alone may struggle to express. She is determined to use her musical talents as a means to advocate for children, highlighting the importance of speaking out for those who may not have a voice.
Themes
MusicChildrenAdvocacyExpressionArt
In practice
Example use cases
A musician speaking at a children's charity event can use this quote to inspire others.
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All quotes →I have friends who've tried suicide many times and haven't succeeded. I myself made an attempt, so I had a connection with that sort of group of people who have tried suicide at one time in their lives.
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I don't know where my songs come from... If I knew, I'd know too much, more than we are allowed on this plane.
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Most of what we take as being important is not material, whether it's music or feelings or love. They're things we can't really see or touch. They're not material, but they're vitally important to us.
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