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Joints Quote by B. B. King

“I'm self-taught. But I finally learned that they was having little shows or night dances or whatever you call them at little juke joints not far from where I lived, and I used to go there. They wouldn't let me play inside, but I could sit outside on the weekends, when it wasn't raining or something.” quote by B. B. King
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“I'm self-taught. But I finally learned that they was having little shows or night dances or whatever you call them at little juke joints not far from where I lived, and I used to go there. They wouldn't let me play inside, but I could sit outside on the weekends, when it wasn't raining or something.”

B. B. King

About This Quote

Source Interview: Blues Talk, 1978

Early exposure to music in informal settings nurtured his artistic development.

In simple terms: Music grew from community gatherings.

Key Takeaway

Embrace local art scenes.

Themes

music learning community

Mood

nostalgic reflective inspirational

Type

cultural educational

When to use this quote

  • career development
  • creative practice
  • social bonding

Key Concepts

informal mentorship cultural immersion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How did community shape your skills?
  • What informal experiences taught you most?
A Different Perspective

May lack formal training.

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