Quote by Stevie Nicks

It was my 16th birthday - my mom and dad gave me my Goya classical guitar that day. I sat down, wrote this song, and I just knew that that was the only thing I could ever really do - write songs and sing them to people.

It was my 16th birthday - my mom and dad gave me my Goya cla

Summary

This quote expresses the transformative power of a significant moment in the speaker's life. On their 16th birthday, the gift of a guitar from their parents sparked a realization within them. The act of sitting down and writing a song revealed their true passion and purpose in life: to create meaningful music and share it with others. It highlights the profound impact that a single moment and a cherished possession can have in shaping our identity and igniting our true calling.

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By Stevie Nicks

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