Quote by Judy Collins

I don't dream songs. I'm more apt to write dreams down and then to be able to interpret them into a song. I also tend to get up and write prose in the morning from which will come songs.

I don't dream songs. I'm more apt to write dreams down and t

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This quote suggests that the speaker, presumably a songwriter, does not directly dream up songs. Instead, they are more inclined to record their dreams and then transform them into songs through interpretation. Furthermore, they mention a morning routine of writing prose, which serves as inspiration for creating songs. This quote highlights the unique creative process of the speaker and how they draw from their dreams and experiences to compose their music.

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