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Music is the career Im lucky enough to get paid for, but I have other desires and passions
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"Music is the career I'm lucky enough to get paid for, but I have other desires and passions"

- Layne Staley

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In this quote, Layne Staley, the late lead singer of the band Alice in Chains, reflects on his profession in music. He acknowledges that he is lucky to be able to make a living doing what he enjoys, but he likewise exposes that he has other interests and dreams beyond music. This statement highlights the intricacy of being a musician and the constant struggle to balance personal desires with expert success. It also reveals that Staley was not entirely specified by his music career, however had a multifaceted identity with various enthusiasms and aspirations. Ultimately, this quote speaks to the human experience of pursuing one's passions while also acknowledging the presence of other desires.

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Layne Staley This quote is written / told by Layne Staley between August 22, 1967 and April 5, 2002. He was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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