"I sang in a rock band when I was training as a lawyer. You know, not professional, we just did it for fun. We just did gigs all over Edinburgh and some in Glasgow and some at festivals"
- Gerard Butler
About this Quote
In this quote, Gerard Butler is reviewing his past experiences as a musician. He discusses that while he was training to end up being a legal representative, he also sang in a rock band. However, he clarifies that the band was not expert and they did it simply for pleasure. They carried out at various places in Edinburgh and Glasgow, along with at celebrations. This reveals that Butler wanted music and was able to stabilize it with his studies. It likewise highlights the value of pursuing hobbies and interests beyond one's career.
This quote is written / told by Gerard Butler somewhere between November 13, 1969 and today. He was a famous Actor from Scotland.
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