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Im talking like 10, 12 years old. Either junior brings Mom and Pop or Mom and Pop bring the kids. Im talking young here,
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"I'm talking like 10, 12 years old. Either junior brings Mom and Pop or Mom and Pop bring the kids. I'm talking young here, not a college drinking crowd"

- George Thorogood

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This quote by George Thorogood is describing the age of individuals who attended his concerts when he was starting out. He is saying that the audience was mostly comprised of kids, aged 10-12, who were given the concerts by their parents. He is emphasizing that the crowd was not made up of college-aged individuals who were there to drink, but rather children who were there to delight in the music. This quote shows how Thorogood was able to catch the attention of a more youthful audience and develop a fan base at a young age. It likewise talks to the power of his music, as it was able to draw in individuals of all ages. Thorogood's music has actually had the ability to stand the test of time, and he is still performing today.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by George Thorogood somewhere between December 31, 1950 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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