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The quote says that songwriting is partly a natural gift rather than only a skill learned through practice. It suggests that craft can be improved, but the initial ability to write songs feels given rather than fully earned.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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About Chris Martin
English musician and Coldplay co-founder
Christopher Anthony John Martin is an English musician and the vocalist, pianist, and co-founder of Coldplay. He became widely known through the band, which he formed with Jonny Buckland, Guy Berryman, and Will Champion at University College London. Coldplay reached global stardom with Parachutes in 2000 and the albums that followed. Martin is known chiefly for his work with the band and his role at its center as singer and pianist.
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