My father, Phillip Gilmore, was very talented. He was getting seriously into dancing. He was on 'Soul Train' and won $2,500. But the Bay Area was too small for him. I don't think he had the space to do what he needed to do.

Summary

This quote highlights the talent and ambitions of the speaker's father, Phillip Gilmore, who was heavily involved in dancing and even achieved success on 'Soul Train'. However, the quote suggests that the Bay Area, where he resided, did not provide enough opportunities or room for him to fully express his talents and pursue his aspirations. It implies that Phillip Gilmore needed a larger platform or environment to fulfill his potential and achieve his goals.