We're all just animals. That's all we are, and everything else is just an elaborate justification of our instincts. That's where music comes from. And romantic poetry. And bad novels.
Elvis CostelloRead
And I don't feel any form of music is beyond me in the sense of that I don't understand it or I don't have some love for some part of it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses an open-minded appreciation for all forms of music.
Elvis Costello emphasizes his belief that no genre of music is foreign to him; he finds value and affection for all aspects of music, suggesting that music transcends boundaries and resonates with a universal human experience. This statement reflects a deep respect for artistic expression and the emotional connections that music can foster.
Themes
MusicAppreciationArtUnderstandingLove
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech at a music festival to encourage unity among artists of different genres.
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