William BlakeHow can a bird that is born for joy Sit in a cage and sing?
About This Quote
The ability to feel joy when you should and to capture happiness in song is a rare and special talent. For a bird to be born and bred only for the purpose of singing is a tragedy. There is no joy left in the bird when it has no freedom to sing and spread its wings. The bird has been caged for so long, it does not know how to express its happy feelings, or how to sing with delight. Its singing comes out monotone and sad.
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