Quote by Stephen King

Andy Dufresne: 'That's the beauty of music. They can't get that from you...haven't you ever felt that way about music?'Red: 'I played a mean harmonica as a younger man. Lost interest in it though. Didn't make much sense in here.'Andy: 'Here's where it makes the most sense. You need it so you don't forget.' Red: 'Forget?'Andy: 'Forget that...there are places in this world that aren't made out of stone. That there's something inside...that they can't get to, that they can't touch. That's yours.'Red: 'What're you talking about?'Andy: 'Hope.

Andy Dufresne: 'That's the beauty of music. They can't get t

Summary

This quote from the movie "The Shawshank Redemption" captures the profound impact of music on our emotions and inner selves. Andy Dufresne expresses that music is a beautiful form of solace since it cannot be taken away from us. He believes that music holds a power that resonates deep within, providing a sense of hope and reminding us that there is more to life than the confines of our physical surroundings. Music serves as a reminder to never forget the existence of a brighter, intangible world that can uplift and inspire us even in the most challenging of circumstances.

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By Stephen King

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