I understand them. I understand where they came from, what their lifestyle was there. But my parents didn’t push us to be like them. They said do whatever you think right, but remember the important things in life.
Meaning of the quote
Ofra Haza, an Israeli musician, is saying that she understands the background and lifestyle of a certain group of people. However, her parents didn't force her and her siblings to be like that group. Instead, her parents encouraged them to do what they thought was right, while also remembering the truly important things in life.
About Ofra Haza
Ofra Haza was an iconic Israeli singer, songwriter, and actress who was known as the “Madonna of the East” and helped popularize Mizrahi culture. She had a successful international career, earning many platinum and gold discs, and her music was featured in popular films and frequently sampled in hip-hop. Her death in 2000 from an AIDS-related illness shocked Israeli society.
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I understand them. I understand where they came from, what their lifestyle was there. But my parents didn’t push us to be like them. They said do whatever you think right, but remember the important things in life.
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