Quote by Bob Geldof

Music is what I must do, business is what I need to do and politics is what I have to do.

Music is what I must do, business is what I need to do and p

Summary

This quote implies the speaker's passion for music, their necessity to engage in business for financial reasons, and their obligation to be involved in politics. It suggests that while music is their true calling, they acknowledge the importance of balancing their personal passion with practical obligations in order to sustain their livelihood and effectively navigate societal matters. Despite their inclination towards music, they convey a sense of responsibility towards participating in the political sphere, recognizing its influence and perhaps the potential impact they can have within it.

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Politics

By Bob Geldof

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