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Blues Quote by John Lee Hooker

“Like you and your woman ain't gettin' along and you're in love. You can't sleep at nights. Your mind is on her - on whatever. You know, that's the blues. You can't hug that money at night. You can't kiss it.” quote by John Lee Hooker
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“Like you and your woman ain't gettin' along and you're in love. You can't sleep at nights. Your mind is on her - on whatever. You know, that's the blues. You can't hug that money at night. You can't kiss it.”

John Lee Hooker

About This Quote

A lover’s restless mind keeps them awake, consumed by longing and worry about the relationship.

In simple terms: Love makes you restless and preoccupied.

Key Takeaway

Address the tension, communicate, and find peace.

Themes

love anxiety loneliness

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

ly emotional

When to use this quote

  • relationship conflict
  • insomnia
  • emotional distress

Key Concepts

attachment emotional turbulence nighttime rumination

Questions to Reflect On

  • What fears keep you awake?
  • How can you soothe restless thoughts?
A Different Perspective

Unresolved issues can deepen distress.

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