When the uncreative tell the creative what to do, it stops being art.
I want to try to prove that at 100, I could sing as well as I was singing when I was 45 or 43. I'd like to prove that if you take care of yourself, you can actually not regret the fact that you've become an old-timer, but you can just still improve and actually get better.
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What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that self-care can lead to continued growth and improvement, regardless of age.
Tony Bennett expresses a powerful message about aging and the potential for personal development throughout one's life. He asserts that with proper self-care and a positive mindset, one can continue to thrive and enhance their skills even in advanced age, challenging the common perception of decline as people get older. This reflects an inspiring belief that life does not have to diminish over time but can instead be a journey of ongoing enhancement and fulfillment.
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A motivational speaker might use this quote to inspire an audience about the power of self-care and lifelong learning.
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What else have I done nearly all my life than go hungry and go on singing?