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Meaning
The speaker is saying they are trying to stop dwelling on past mistakes. The quote suggests regret is seen as unhelpful and not very effective. It presents a practical attitude toward moving on.
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Originally said in English.
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About James Arthur
English singer and songwriter, born 1988
James Arthur is an English singer and songwriter. Born in 1988, he rose to prominence in 2012 after winning the ninth series of The X Factor. His debut single, a cover of Shontelle's "Impossible", was released soon after the final and went straight to number 1 on the UK Singles Chart. It has sold more than 2.5 million copies worldwide, making it the show's most successful winner's single.
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