Quote by Gavin DeGraw

My dad didn't want me to play guitar. He played piano, so I chose that. And I ended up loving it.

My dad didn't want me to play guitar. He played piano, so I

Summary

This quote reflects a person's personal experience of going against their father's wishes and pursuing their own musical passion. Despite the father's preference for the guitar, the individual chose to play the piano instead. The quote suggests that although the choice was initially influenced by a parental figure, the individual developed a genuine love and appreciation for the piano. It highlights the empowering aspect of following one's own aspirations and finding joy and fulfillment in a different path than expected.

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By Gavin DeGraw

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