"My girlfriend at the time convinced me to send these songs to Cavity Search. When they wanted to put out my record I was totally shocked"
- Elliott Smith
About this Quote
This quote by Elliott Smith reflects his surprise and shock when Cavity Search, a record label, wished to put out his record. It recommends that he was not anticipating to be effective in his music profession and was most likely rather humble about his skill. The quote also implies that his girlfriend at the time provided encouragement and support, as she was the one who persuaded him to send his tunes to Cavity Search. This suggests that she believed his music and believed in his potential, even when he did not. The quote is a testimony to the power of motivation and assistance from those near us, and how it can assist us to attain our objectives. It also acts as a reminder that success can originate from unexpected places, which we must never quit on our dreams.
This quote is written / told by Elliott Smith between August 6, 1969 and October 21, 2003. He was a famous Musician from USA.
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