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I think my voice worked out fine, but it was a lot of work for me. And I was very self-conscious about it. I was a bit s
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"I think my voice worked out fine, but it was a lot of work for me. And I was very self-conscious about it. I was a bit self-conscious about writing lyrics too"

- Jerry Harrison

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This quote by Jerry Harrison talks to the trouble of creating art. It is clear that he put a great deal of effort into his work, and that he was really uncomfortable about it. He was not only worried about his vocal performance, however likewise about the lyrics he composed. This suggests that he was really invested in the quality of his work, and that he was pursuing perfection. It is exceptional that he wanted to put in the effort and commitment to make certain his art was the best it could be. His quote likewise speaks to the vulnerability of creating art, as it can be hard to put yourself out there and be evaluated. It is a testimony to his nerve and strength that he had the ability to conquer his self-consciousness and produce something he took pride in.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jerry Harrison somewhere between February 21, 1949 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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