Famous quote by Mahalia Jackson

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"Money just draws flies"

- Mahalia Jackson

About this Quote

This quote is suggesting that cash is not a reliable source of happiness or complete satisfaction. It implies that cash can bring in individuals who are just thinking about what it can purchase, rather than the individual who has it.

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This quote is written / told by Mahalia Jackson between October 26, 1911 and January 27, 1972. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 30 other quotes.

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