Quote by Jarvis Cocker

Pulp existed for 12 years before we got famous. Now, you could say that was just lack of imagination, but it's some kind of quality isn't it? Tenacity. You could also say it was sloth.

Pulp existed for 12 years before we got famous. Now, you cou

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In this quote, the speaker reflects on the 12 years it took for the band Pulp to achieve fame. They acknowledge the possibility that their journey to success was a result of either their lack of imagination or laziness. However, they also point out that the enduring quality of their perseverance, often referred to as tenacity, played a significant role in their journey. This quote questions the factors behind success and highlights the complex combination of attributes that can contribute to achieving recognition in any field.

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