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To banish cares, scare away sorrow and soothe pain is the business of the poet and singer.

To banish cares, scare away sorrow and soothe pain is the bu

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This quote suggests that the role of poets and singers is to bring comfort and relief to people's lives. They have the power to help people forget their worries, create joy, and provide solace through their art. Poets and singers have the ability to touch our emotions and bring us moments of happiness and healing, even if only for a brief period. Their words and melodies have the capacity to banish cares, chase away sorrow, and ease the burden of pain by offering a form of escapism and catharsis.

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