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The quote says that everyone begins with no recognition and has to accept that starting condition. It also suggests there is no shortcut around that early stage, only the need to begin and keep going.
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Originally said in English.
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About Jim Kerr
Scottish musician, singer and songwriter
Jim Kerr is a Scottish musician, singer and songwriter, best known as the frontman of the rock band Simple Minds. With Simple Minds, he helped lead a run of commercially successful singles in the 1980s, including "Glittering Prize," "Someone Somewhere in Summertime," "Waterfront," "Don't You (Forget About Me)," and "Alive and Kicking." The band also reached number one in the UK with "Belfast Child" in 1989.
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