Quote by Tom Waits

The piano has been drinking, not me.

The piano has been drinking, not me.

Summary

This quote suggests that the piano is the one responsible for any drunkenness or mistakes, not the person saying it. It conveys a playful and humorous tone, shifting blame from the individual to an inanimate object. The statement implies a sense of detachment and a desire to distance oneself from any wrongdoing or questionable behavior.

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Alcohol/alcoholism

By Tom Waits

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