I had a similar experience with the guitar at age 11. My dad purchased a guitar for my birthday (it was more a present to himself, as he was very fond of 70s rock). I started having lessons weekly and by the age of 15 I had passed grade 5. However I had no love for the music I was playing or any connection to it. However I do regret not finding a connection to a different genre of music and continued to play. I’ve recently purchased a Spanish acoustic guitar and started playing again. Finding it a little frustrating now as it’s been a while!
RE: I once fancied myself a musician.