Quote by David Bailey

In New York, everyone's desperate for success, desperate for money and desperate to be accepted, but in London they're more laid back about things like that.

In New York, everyone's desperate for success, desperate for

Summary

This quote highlights the contrasting attitudes towards success, money, and societal acceptance in New York and London. It suggests that people in New York are driven by a desperate need for these things, reflecting the fast-paced, competitive mindset often associated with the city. On the other hand, the quote implies that Londoners are more relaxed and less fixated on these measures of achievement, emphasizing a more nonchalant and easygoing approach to life.

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By David Bailey

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