I'm a great believer in not over-thinking lyrics. You might become technically better as a songwriter, but you lose what originally made your songs great.
Interpretation
Overthinking lyrics can diminish the natural creativity that makes songs special.
Paul Stanley emphasizes the importance of maintaining the raw emotional power and authenticity of songwriting. While technical skills can improve with practice, over-analyzing lyrics may strip away the unique essence that makes a song resonate with listeners, leading to a loss of its original charm and feeling.
In practice
During a workshop on songwriting, you could use this quote to encourage participants to embrace their initial instincts.
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Anybody with money can put on a KISS show, but they can't be KISS.
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The reason I play music is to touch people - for selfish reasons, as well. It feels good to make someone else feel something, whether it's a kiss, a painting, good idea or it's a song.
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poetry is the breath and finer spirit of knowledge
I like books that are fat and full.
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