Quote by Katy Perry

It was so draining. Going to parties to rub elbows with so-and-so and act like it's no big deal, when really all I was doing was hoping I'd have the success they had.

It was so draining. Going to parties to rub elbows with so-a

Summary

The quote depicts the emotional fatigue and futility of attending social gatherings solely to impress others or gain status. The speaker finds the experience draining as they put on a faÃ§ade of nonchalance, while secretly yearning for the same level of achievement as the people they are surrounded by. It highlights the struggle of comparing oneself to others and the pressure to achieve similar success, ultimately underscoring the shallowness and emptiness of such endeavors.

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By Katy Perry

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