I don't feel any pressure from fans. But I'm always in some kind of state of emotional turmoil. I would not describe myself as happy-go-lucky. That's not to say that I'm not happy.
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Without Arthur's voice, I never would have enjoyed that success.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Acknowledging the importance of collaboration and support in achieving success.
In this quote, Paul Simon reflects on how integral the contributions of others are to an individual's achievements. By mentioning Arthur's voice, Simon emphasizes that success is often a shared experience, highlighting the significance of collaboration and mutual support in the creative process.
Themes
SuccessCollaborationSupportCreativityTeamwork
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about teamwork, you might say, 'As Paul Simon once said, without contributions from others, success is difficult to achieve.'
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