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Out there in the spotlight youre a million miles away and every ounce of energy you try to give away as the sweat pours
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"Out there in the spotlight you're a million miles away and every ounce of energy you try to give away as the sweat pours out your body like the music that you play"

- Jon English

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This quote by Jon English speaks with the sensation of being on phase, performing for an audience. It speaks with the feeling of being in the spotlight, and how it can feel like you are a million miles away from the audience, despite the fact that you are right in front of them. It speaks with the energy and effort that goes into carrying out, and how it can seem like you are handing out every ounce of energy you have. It also speaks with the physicality of performing, and how the sweat pours out of your body like the music that you play. It is a powerful reminder of the commitment and hard work that enters into performing, and how it can be both physically and mentally draining pipes. It is a suggestion of the power of music, and how it can bring individuals together, even when they are a million miles away.

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Australia Flag This quote is written / told by Jon English somewhere between March 26, 1949 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from Australia. The author also have 2 other quotes.

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