Barry McGuire
1935
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Biography
Barry McGuire is an American singer-songwriter known for his solo hit 'Eve of Destruction' which became a protest anthem during the 1960s. Born in 1935 in Oklahoma, McGuire started his music career as a member of the folk group The New Christy Minstrels before releasing his solo debut album. He later transitioned to Christian music, recording inspirational and gospel albums.
Famous Quotes (5)
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The eastern world, it was exploding. Violence flaring and bullets loading. You're old enough to kill, but not for voting.
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Think about all the hate there is in Red China. Then take a look around to Selma, Alabama.
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You're old enough to kill, but not for votin'.
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And you tell me over and over and over again, my friend, Ah, you don't believe we're on the eve of destruction.
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Don't you understand what I'm tryin' to say? And can't you feel the fears I'm feelin' today?