Quote by Annie Lennox

I would say that although my music may be or may have been part of the cultural background fabric of the gay community, I consider myself an outsider who belongs everywhere and nowhere... Being a human being is what truly counts. That's where you'll find me.

I would say that although my music may be or may have been p

Summary

In this quote, the speaker reflects on their music's relationship with the gay community while emphasizing their own sense of being an outsider. They acknowledge that their music may have integrated into the cultural tapestry of the LGBTQ+ community but distances themselves from solely identifying with that group. By considering themselves an outsider who belongs everywhere and nowhere, the speaker highlights their universal perspective as a human being, transcending specific communities. They assert the importance of embracing humanity as the defining characteristic when seeking their true identity.

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By Annie Lennox

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