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“My father being in the movie business, I thought being an actor would be great. But when I started singing to people in coffeehouses, you know, singing folk music and then, later, singing songs that I started to write myself, I felt more than an affinity for it.” quote by David Crosby
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“My father being in the movie business, I thought being an actor would be great. But when I started singing to people in coffeehouses, you know, singing folk music and then, later, singing songs that I started to write myself, I felt more than an affinity for it.”

David Crosby

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Personal discovery led him from acting to folk singing and songwriting.

In simple terms: He found his passion in music over acting.

Key Takeaway

Explore creative paths beyond initial expectations.

Themes

career change artistic identity self‑discovery

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

narrative motivational

When to use this quote

  • songwriting
  • live performance
  • teaching
  • collaboration

Key Concepts

creative evolution personal authenticity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives you to switch careers?
  • How do you handle doubt?
A Different Perspective

Changing fields can be risky and uncertain.

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