Birthday quote by Barry White

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I quit high school on my birthday. It was my senior year and I didnt see the point. This was 1962, and I was ready to ma
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"I quit high school on my birthday. It was my senior year and I didn't see the point. This was 1962, and I was ready to make music"

- Barry White

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This quote by Barry White speaks with his determination and ambition to pursue his enthusiasm for music. Regardless of remaining in his senior year of high school, he felt that he was all set to make music which continuing his education was not needed. This quote also speaks to the time duration of 1962, when it was more typical for people to leave of high school and pursue their dreams. It was a time of fantastic change and opportunity, and Barry White was determined to make the most of it. His decision to quit high school on his birthday shows his dedication to his dream and his determination to take dangers. His story is an inspiring one, and it acts as a suggestion that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible.

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Barry White This quote is written / told by Barry White between September 12, 1944 and July 4, 2003. He was a famous Musician from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Birthday. The author also have 22 other quotes.

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