Don’t be afraid to give up the good for the great.
Meaning of the quote
This quote means you should not be scared to let go of something that is good in order to get something that is even better. It's okay to give up things that are pretty good if you have a chance to do something truly amazing instead. The key is to not be afraid to make that change, even if the good thing you're giving up is still pretty nice. The great thing you could get is worth taking that risk.
About Kenny Rogers
Kenny Rogers was an American singer and songwriter who had a long and successful career spanning multiple genres. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2013 and sold over 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. He was known for his signature song ‘The Gambler’ and developed the Gambler persona into a character for a successful series of television films.
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