Quote by Eddie Vedder

You know, rock stardom... I have a hard time discussing that because I don't really accept it. It's not really that tangible. What's really bizarre is how it's used as a thing - you know, 'He's the rock star of politics,' 'He's the rock star of quarterbacks' - like it's the greatest thing in the world.

You know, rock stardom... I have a hard time discussing that

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their discomfort with the concept of rock stardom. They find it intangible and struggle to engage in discussions surrounding it. They perceive the use of "rock star" as a compliment or comparison in various fields, such as politics or sports, as something strange. The speaker questions the elevated status assigned to being a rock star and implies that it may be overly praised and glorified in society.

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