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Because Ritchie Valens WAS the real deal. He was only starting, but in the time he spent in the business, he made big im
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"Because Ritchie Valens WAS the real deal. He was only starting, but in the time he spent in the business, he made big impact. I don't know if anybody could have made a bigger one"

- Waylon Jennings

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This quote by Waylon Jennings speaks with the tremendous skill and effect of Ritchie Valens. In spite of his short time in the music market, Valens made a substantial impact. Jennings acknowledges that Valens was the genuine offer, which he was only just beginning to make his mark. Jennings goes on to recommend that it is unlikely that anyone else could have made a larger effect than Valens did in the time he remained in the business. This quote speaks to the enormous skill and capacity of Valens, and the enduring effect he had on the music industry. It also acts as a tip of the importance of acknowledging and celebrating talent, no matter how short-lived it may be.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Waylon Jennings between June 15, 1937 and February 13, 2002. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 27 other quotes.

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