Who said "Music is the art which is most nigh to tears and memory."?

This quote is attributed to Paul Verlaine.

Music is the art which is most nigh to tears and memory. - Paul Verlaine

"Music is the art which is most nigh to tears and memory."

Paul Verlaine Music

Poet French 1844–1896

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"Life is not a problem to be solved but a reality to be experienced."

"Art is the most beautiful deception of all."

"The wise adapt themselves to circumstances."

"Music is the language of the soul."

"My music comes from my heart."

"Music transcends all language barriers."

"Music is the universal language of love."