Quote by Jerry Leiber

I heard this music coming out of the radio and it was 'Ain't Nobody's Business.' It got me. I thought, 'I can do this.' I decided just like that. No romantic story.

I heard this music coming out of the radio and it was 'Ain't

Summary

This quote expresses a simplistic and sudden inspiration that struck the speaker when listening to the song 'Ain't Nobody's Business' on the radio. The music captivated them, leading them to realize their own ability to pursue a particular path, most likely referring to a career involving music. The quote emphasizes that there was no grand or elaborate backstory behind this decision; it was a spontaneous realization that sparked the speaker's ambition.

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By Jerry Leiber

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