Quote by Jackson Browne

Right around the end of the fifties, college students and young people in general, began to realize that this music was almost like a history of our country - this music contained the real history of the people of this country.

Right around the end of the fifties, college students and yo

Summary

This quote suggests that in the late 1950s, young individuals, particularly college students, became aware of the significance of music as a reflection of the nation's history. They recognized that this form of artistic expression held within it the authentic stories and experiences of the American people. This realization implies that music became a means through which the younger generation connect with their country's past, gaining insights into the struggles, triumphs, and overall evolution of the nation throughout time.

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By Jackson Browne

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