Quote by Louis Armstrong

All music is folk music. I ain't never heard a horse sing a song.

All music is folk music. I ain't never heard a horse sing a

Summary

This quote humorously suggests that all music, regardless of genre or origin, can be seen as folk music. It implies that music is a universal expression of the human experience and dismisses any distinctions or labels placed upon it. By playfully pointing out that animals like horses do not participate in creating music, the quote emphasizes the notion that music is intrinsically linked to human culture and creativity.

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Music

By Louis Armstrong

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