Quote by James Earl Jones

You sang in church, you know, and you didn't act at all. You tried not to act, you tried to tell the truth. The idea of being a troubadour on the road singing for your supper was very disturbing to him.

You sang in church, you know, and you didn't act at all. You

Summary

This quote highlights the conflict between two contrasting ideals â€“ the authenticity of expressing oneself honestly and the unease caused by performing for personal gain. The mention of singing in church represents a pure form of expression, untainted by ulterior motives. In contrast, the notion of being a troubadour, a wandering performer, conjures images of putting on a show solely to survive. The quote suggests that the individual in question prefers genuine expression over performance, making the prospect of using their talent solely for self-benefit unsettling.

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By James Earl Jones

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