Quote by Billie Holiday

You can be up to your boobies in white satin, with gardenias in your hair and no sugar cane for miles, but you can still be working on a plantation.

You can be up to your boobies in white satin, with gardenias

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that appearances can be deceiving. It suggests that even if someone seems to be living a luxurious or glamorous life, they may still be trapped in a difficult or oppressive situation. It serves as a reminder that external trappings of wealth or beauty do not guarantee personal freedom or happiness, and that true liberation comes from escaping any form of servitude or oppression, regardless of the external circumstances.

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By Billie Holiday

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