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I sang in the coffee houses of the country in the early 60s with no idea of success in terms of records or television. I
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"I sang in the coffee houses of the country in the early '60s with no idea of success in terms of records or television. I just thought I was a storyteller. I didn't even think of myself as a singer"

- Judy Collins

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Judy Collins' quote speaks with the modest beginnings of her profession. In the early 1960s, she sang in coffee homes without any expectation of success. She saw herself as a storyteller, not a singer. This quote reflects the passion and devotion she had for her craft, even before she achieved fame. It likewise speaks to the importance of staying real to oneself and one's art, even when success is not guaranteed. Judy Collins' quote is a suggestion that success is not the only measure of an artist's worth, which the delight of creating art is its own benefit. Her words are a motivation to all aspiring artists, reminding them to remain true to their vision and to never ever quit on their dreams.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Judy Collins somewhere between May 1, 1939 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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