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Judy Collins is an esteemed American singer recognized for her contributions to folk and pop music. Born on May 1, 1939, she has been a influential figure in the music industry for over five decades, releasing numerous albums and earning various awards for her work.

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“The poetry and the songs that you are suppose to write, I believe are in your heart. You just have to open up your heart and not be afraid to get them out.”

Writing Believe Heart Song I Believe

Author:Judy Collins

“I don't think you get to good writing unless you expose yourself and your feelings.”

Thinking Writing Feelings Good Writing

Author:Judy Collins

“I don't think you get to good writing unless you expose yourself and your feelings. Deep songs don't come from the surface; they come from the deep down. The poetry and the songs that you are suppose to write, I believe are in your heart.”

Thinking Writing Believe Heart Feelings Song I Believe Surface Songwriting Deep Down Good Writing

Author:Judy Collins

“I don't dream songs. I'm more apt to write dreams down and then to be able to interpret them into a song. I also tend to get up and write prose in the morning from which will come songs.”

Writing Dream Able Song Morning Down And Get Up Prose Dreams Come True

Author:Judy Collins

“I write journals and would recommend journal writing to anyone who wishes to pursue a writing career. You learn a lot. You also remember a lot... and memory is important”

Writing Important Remember Wish Memories Careers Pursue Journal Journal Writing

Author:Judy Collins

“Writing is a voice that calls us from dreams, that peeks out of the corner of our eyes when we think no one is looking, the longing that breaks our hearts even when we think we should be happiest, and to which we cannot give a name.”

Thinking Giving Should Writing Heart Dream Eye Names Voice Break Longing Corners

Book:Morning, Noon, and Night: Living the Creative Life

Source: Morning, Noon, and Night: Living the Creative Life

“Writing anything is terribly hard but, alas for me, because I am addicted, a heck of a lot of fun. I often am sorry I ever started writing prose, because it is so hard. But I can't stop.”

Writing I Can Hard Fun Sorry Prose Alas Am Sorry

Author:Judy Collins

About the Author

Born: May 1, 1939
Known for: Singer
Quotes: 59

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Sweet Judy Blue Eyes: My Life in MusicRelated source material

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