It's a folk singer's job to comfort disturbed people and to disturb comfortable people
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It's round the world I've traveled; it's round the world I've roamed; but I've yet to see an outlaw drive a family from its home
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the destructive impact of outlaws on families and homes, emphasizing the importance of stability and safety in relationships.
Woody Guthrie's quote reflects the notion that despite the vast experiences one may have, the true destruction comes from those who disrupt the sanctity of family and home lives. It suggests that while one may encounter many adventures in life, the real tragedy lies in the violence and chaos that can be inflicted by outlaws, which tears families apart and displaces loved ones.
Themes
OutlawFamilyHomeDestructionRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a community meeting about family safety measures.
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The world is filled with people who are no longer needed -- and who try to make slaves of all of us -- and they have their music and we have ours.
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Do Re Mi_x000D_ California is a garden of Eden, a paradise to live in or see,_x000D_ But believe it or not, you won't find it so hot_x000D_ If you ain't got the do re mi
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