I don’t think anybody steals anything; all of us borrow.

Meaning of the quote

When B.B. King, a famous American musician, said "I don't think anybody steals anything; all of us borrow," he meant that we don't really own anything completely. We are all just using or borrowing things that belong to someone else or to the whole world. Even the ideas and skills we have are often inspired by or learned from others. So, instead of thinking we can own everything, we should be grateful for what we can use and share with others.

About B. B. King

B.B. King was a legendary American blues guitarist, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was known for his influential style of soloing and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987. King performed tirelessly throughout his career, appearing at over 200 concerts per year well into his 70s.

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