Able Quote by Laura Marling

“All my songs come from me because I only seem able to write about myself and my experiences.”

Laura Marling

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I know how ridiculous this sounds because of the job I do but I don't believe in romanticism and make-believe.

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My songs are not pretty. They're what I call optimistic realism.

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