You gotta know when it’s time to hang up. But when I finally go, let me go out on stage, my perfect ending. Don’t let me go when I’m sick or asleep. Let me be in motion.
Meaning of the quote
This quote is about a musician who wants to have a special, memorable end to their career. They believe they should retire when the time is right, not when they are sick or sleeping. The musician wants their final performance to be on stage, doing what they love. This would be the "perfect ending" for their career as a performer.
About Bobby Womack
Bobby Womack was a legendary American singer-songwriter and guitarist with a career spanning over 60 years. He started out as the lead singer of the Valentinos and Sam Cooke’s backing guitarist, and went on to create hits in various genres including R&B, soul, and rock. Womack was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009 for his significant contributions to music.
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