We didn't have music videos. You weren't an overnight sensation. You had to work at it and learn your craft: how to take care of your voice, how to pace your concerts, all that trial and error.
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I like being married. It's an institution that I like.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The speaker appreciates marriage as a valuable and positive institution.
In this quote, Aretha Franklin expresses her fondness for marriage, highlighting it as an institution she values and enjoys. This statement reflects a positive view of the commitment and shared life that marriage represents, suggesting that it can bring joy and fulfillment to those who embrace it.
Themes
MarriageRelationshipsCommitmentLovePartnership
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be shared at a wedding ceremony to emphasize the joy of marriage.
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