Haruki Murakami Quotes
Let the world move along as it pleased. If it had any business with him, it would be sure to tell him.
Quotes to Explore
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In terms of achievement, the pride is very important to me. It keeps me going every day. The money is always second to me.
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I'm interested not just in projects that I'll be starring in, but producing film and TV that's really quality and great for adults; and when I say 'great for adults,' it doesn't mean without humor, because I'm also interested in doing comedy.
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It is not only our duty but our moral obligation to break from the oppression of debt. We must rise above the political considerations and do what is right for the future of our nation.
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Say what you want about long dresses, but they cover a multitude of shins.
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Relationships ending are painful, and you can choose to carry that, or you can choose to reframe it.
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I just grew up watching a lot of movies. I'm attracted to this genre and that genre, this type of story, and that type of story. As I watch movies I make some version of it in my head that isn't quite what I'm seeing - taking the things I like and mixing them with stuff I've never seen before.
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America is the only country that went from barbarism to decadence without civilization in between.
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I wanted to look at the mentality that can breed that sort of intensity, that kind of cutthroat, pressure-cooker feeling, especially a form of music like jazz, that should be - or you'd think should be - all about liberation and improvisation and everything.
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I don't think that the Grammys are in any way a just way of grading music.
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I realize I have strength as an artist and professional by embracing my difference instead of what makes me the same.
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On YouTube you can tell what countries are watching and I've definitely noted a strong Australian following. You can plan your tours around where the love is on Twitter and YouTube - before, you couldn't tell.
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Endorphins are a very powerful thing.
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The male corporate model is built on a man's greater willingness to be a slave of sorts - especially once he has to provide for children.
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My father was a gambler. My father could not resist a casino or a card game. He loved gambling.
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Doubt is the middle position between knowledge and ignorance. It encompasses cynicism but also genuine questioning.
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I never diet. I smoke. I drink now and then. I never work out.
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Most of the fans will still be Knick fans.
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I don't know many better training grounds than being mayor of San Francisco - those were pretty intense years in terms of reporting and scrutiny.
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The problem is, and I'm just as guilty of this, a lot of people see their follower count increase and mistake that for friendships. It's great to have followers, especially if you want to sell albums, promote shows, or promote your friends, but you still need to get outside and talk to other human beings.
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I don't necessarily go to church every week, but I am a Christian, and I believe in God and Jesus Christ.
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With improvisation, I just do it. It might be a total failure but then you just throw the dice again.
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Dread not events unknown, and be not downhearted, for the fountain of the water of life is involved in obscurity.
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Let the world move along as it pleased. If it had any business with him, it would be sure to tell him.
