It is difficult to retain your standards with the pressure of trying to make money, which always has … - Nina Simone

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Nina Simone

It is difficult to retain your standards with the pressure of trying to make money, which always has its rules. . . It's hard to walk the tightrope of doing what you think is your best and making money at it.

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