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“Musicians are probably the most uncomfortable people in themselves in the world. Happiness, I think, only exists when you're a child and once you go past 11, unfortunately it's gone.” quote by Andrea Corr
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“Musicians are probably the most uncomfortable people in themselves in the world. Happiness, I think, only exists when you're a child and once you go past 11, unfortunately it's gone.”

Andrea Corr

About This Quote

Source Interview: Music and Identity, 2019

Musicians often feel internal discomfort; childhood happiness fades after early adolescence, suggesting a loss of innocence with age.

In simple terms: Musicians feel uneasy; childhood joy ends after age eleven.

Key Takeaway

Seek inner peace beyond childhood.

Themes

creativity discomfort childhood aging

Mood

nostalgic somber

Type

reflective analytical

When to use this quote

  • performance anxiety
  • career transitions
  • parenting
  • mental health

Key Concepts

psychology artistic expression developmental theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • When did you first notice the shift?
  • How can adults reclaim childlike wonder?
A Different Perspective

Not all musicians share this view.

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