I think of myself as a performance artist. I hate being called a pop star. I hate that.
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Of course, my interests and my focus change and become more diverse, more worldly. At the same time, I am interested in the simple basics, which is I love to dance and I love to make people dance.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Madonna expresses her evolving interests while emphasizing her passion for dance.
In this quote, Madonna reflects on how her passions and interests have broadened over time, becoming more diverse and worldly. However, she highlights that at the core of her being, she maintains a deep love for dance and the joy of making others experience the same joy through dance, indicating the importance of both growth and simplicity in her life.
Themes
DancePassionInterestsJoyExpression
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about following your passions, you could cite this quote to encourage people to embrace both growth and their foundational loves.
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