When you really think about it, I’m not delusional enough to think that what I do is important to life as we know it on this planet. No. But neither is what you do.
Meaning of the quote
Gene Simmons, the famous American musician, is saying that he doesn't think what he does as a musician is really that important in the grand scheme of things. He's being honest and saying he's not so delusional as to think his job is super important for life on Earth. But he also says that what you (the reader) do for a living isn't that important either. He's trying to say that we shouldn't get too caught up in thinking our jobs are the most important thing in the world, because in the end, we're all just trying to live our lives the best we can.
About Gene Simmons
Gene Simmons, the bassist and co-lead singer of the iconic rock band KISS, was born Chaim Witz in Israel. He co-founded the band in the 1970s and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. Simmons is known for his stage persona, “The Demon,” and has enjoyed a successful career in music, entertainment, and business.
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