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A few can touch the magic string, and noisy fame is proud to win them: Alas for those that never sing, but die with all
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"A few can touch the magic string, and noisy fame is proud to win them: Alas for those that never sing, but die with all their music in them!"

- Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.

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The quote suggests that there are just a couple of individuals who possess a talent or ability so unbelievable that it records the attention and appreciation of the world. These people gain popularity and acknowledgment for this talent, while others who have similar skills however might not have the same level of recognition pass away without ever sharing their capabilities with the world. The quote motivates people to utilize their talents and not let them go to waste or be kept concealed away.

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Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. This quote is written / told by Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. between August 29, 1809 and October 8, 1894. He was a famous Poet from USA. The author also have 77 other quotes.

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