The music was thunder and joy. Lightning bolts of happiness and praise, foot-stomping, dance-shouting, good-feeling singing from the soul.
Interpretation
The quote expresses the profound joy and emotional impact that music can have on the human experience.
Etta James captures the essence of music as a powerful force that evokes strong emotions such as happiness and joy. By using vivid imagery of thunder, lightning, and dance, she highlights how music can bring people together in celebration and elevate the spirit, creating an atmosphere filled with passion and vitality.
In practice
During a wedding reception, sharing this quote can emphasize the joy music brings to the celebration.
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Create your own visual style... let it be unique for yourself and yet identifiable for others.
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