Boston Quote by Quincy Jones
“Eight kids and a stepmother, and I just wanted to be out of there and so when I got a scholarship from Boston to the Schillinger House, which is now the Berklee School of Music, I couldn't wait to get out of there.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Boston Music School, 1960s
He escaped a difficult family life by pursuing a music scholarship, seeking freedom and opportunity.
In simple terms: Music offered escape from a troubled home.
Key Takeaway
Seek education as a path to independence.
Themes
escape
opportunity
music education
Mood
optimistic
reflective
Type
personal
career
When to use this quote
- college applications
- career planning
- creative pursuits
Key Concepts
social mobility
family dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What doors can education open?
- How does art heal?
A Different Perspective
Success may still involve personal challenges.
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