Quote by John Lee Hooker

All my life I been doin' what people tell me to do. Now, I'm telling them.

All my life I been doin' what people tell me to do. Now, I'm

Summary

This quote implies a transformative shift in perspective and a reclaiming of personal agency. The speaker has spent their life conforming to the expectations and directives of others. However, they have reached a breaking point and are now asserting their autonomy by reversing the power dynamic. This statement signifies a strong desire to no longer be controlled or dictated to, but to take charge and be the one who issues instructions or sets the terms. It illustrates a newfound sense of assertiveness and empowerment.

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