I’ve been told by people that it’s okay to cry but, you know what, it’s been used against me.
Meaning of the quote
Some people have told this musician that it's okay to show your feelings and cry when you're sad. But he's found that when he does cry, others have sometimes used it against him or made him feel bad about it. Even though it's normal to feel sad and want to cry sometimes, the musician has learned that not everyone is kind or understanding about it.
About Peter Steele
Peter Steele was an American musician best known as the lead vocalist, bassist, and composer of the gothic metal band Type O Negative. He had a unique vampiric appearance, towering stature, and a dark sense of humor, with lyrics that explored personal themes like love, loss, and addiction. Peter Steele was also previously involved in the heavy metal group Fallout and the thrash metal band Carnivore.
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American musician (1962-2010)
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American musician (1962-2010)
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American musician (1962-2010)
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American musician (1962-2010)
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American musician (1962-2010)
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