I always said if a man would have done half the records that I've done, we would know about it. But we don't know all the records I've done for other artists.
Missy ElliottRead
I felt like, 'How do I fit in'? I'm battling. But then I never fit in!'... I thank God for somebody like Pharrell who stayed in my ear. For him, at that time, 'Happy' was everywhere; he didn't have to share anything with me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects on the struggle of fitting in and the influence of a supportive person during challenging times.
In this quote, Missy Elliott expresses her feelings of struggle and self-doubt about fitting in, while also acknowledging the significant role Pharrell played in her life. She highlights how his song 'Happy' served as a source of motivation and presence that helped her navigate her challenges, emphasizing the importance of having supportive individuals in our lives during tough moments.
Themes
Fitting InSupportHappinessStruggleInfluence
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of support from friends during challenging times.
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I feel like, O.K., if I can make it as a singer, then let me try rapping. If I can make it as a rapper, then let me try writing. All right? If I make it as a rap singer and writer, then why not try to produce? I don't feel limited in any way.
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A lot of people don't know a lot of records that I've written or produced, so that's a highlight for me as a woman.
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I didn't want to just be an artist and let someone else have all that control over me. I knew I would have to produce.
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And basically I always said when I was little that if I ever became successful or a celebrity, I would buy her this huge house and she would never have to work anymore. And I've done that. So I feel happy about doing that.
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