Attention Quote by Joni Mitchell

“I never really wanted to be a star. I didn't like entering a room with all eyes on me. I still don't really like the attention of a birthday party.” quote by Joni Mitchell — Download Open image

“I never really wanted to be a star. I didn't like entering a room with all eyes on me. I still don't really like the attention of a birthday party.”

Joni Mitchell

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I was young for my age. Not as naïve as they expected. I don't know why I seem to bring that out in people.

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This is a nation that has lost the ability to be self-critical, and that makes a lie out of the freedoms.

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