Quote by Hilaire Belloc

It is the best of all trades, to make songs, and the second best to sing them.

It is the best of all trades, to make songs, and the second

Summary

This quote highlights the value and enjoyment of both creating and performing music. It suggests that the art of making songs is the most skilled and fulfilling profession one can pursue, while singing them ranks as the second best endeavor. It recognizes the creative process behind crafting songs as a highly esteemed trade, while also acknowledging the pleasure and talent involved in delivering those songs to an audience through singing. Overall, the quote emphasizes the significance and appeal of making and performing music as formidable and rewarding pursuits.

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