Quote by Billy Joel

We didn't start the fireIt was always burningSince the world's been turningWe didn't start the fireNo we didn't light itBut we tried to fight it

We didn't start the fireIt was always burningSince the world

Summary

This quote from Billy Joel's song "We Didn't Start the Fire" conveys the perspective that humanity is not solely responsible for the problems and challenges of the world. It suggests that the issues we face have always been present in different forms throughout history, indicating that our actions alone did not ignite these problems. However, it implies that despite this, we have made efforts to confront and combat these issues to the best of our abilities, signifying our resilience and determination to make a positive change.

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