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Almost everything Ive done, Ive done through my own creativity. I dont think I ever had to listen to anyone else to lear
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"Almost everything I've done, I've done through my own creativity. I don't think I ever had to listen to anyone else to learn how to play drums. I wish I could say that for about ten thousand other drummers"

- Buddy Rich

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Buddy Rich was a prominent jazz drummer who was understood for his incredible skill and imagination. In this quote, he is expressing his pride in his own creativity and ability, and his contempt for other drummers who he thinks do not have the same level of creativity. He implies that he had the ability to discover how to play drums without having to count on anybody else, which he wants the very same might be stated for other drummers. This quote speaks to Rich's confidence in his own abilities and his belief that imagination is essential for success. It likewise works as a reminder to striving musicians that creativity is key to becoming a great artist. Rich's quote is a testimony to the power of creativity and the value of developing one's own distinct design.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Buddy Rich between September 30, 1917 and April 2, 1987. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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