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To young to hold on and to old to just break free and run
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"To young to hold on and to old to just break free and run"

- Jeff Buckley

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Jeff Buckley's quote speaks volumes about the battles of their adult years, where one can feel caught in between the contrasts of youth and maturity. It encapsulates the sensation of being held back by one's experience however not having the flexibility to check out like one used to. The words convey the contrasting emotions that include age, where one needs to weigh the dangers of holding onto the past or breaking devoid of the present. It reflects the dilemma dealt with by lots of in their journey of self-discovery, where the worry of modification and the fear of staying stagnant collide. In general, the quote is an effective suggestion of the complexities of growing up and how it impacts our viewpoints on life.

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Jeff Buckley This quote is written / told by Jeff Buckley between November 17, 1966 and May 29, 1997. He was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 7 other quotes.

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