People have told me that Ive helped them feel confident, like they can say things they want to say. They can talk about feminism in class without people calling them a lesbian. Thats so amazing that I can make someone feel like that.
LordeRead
With pop music and pop musicians, you know everything about everyone all the time, particularly their physical appearance. With female musicians, that's made a big thing of, and I think people, certainly with me, have appreciated a bit of mystery.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights the scrutiny musicians face, especially women, regarding their appearance and the value of maintaining some mystery.
Lorde expresses her thoughts on the constant exposure and expectation of transparency in the music industry, particularly for female artists. She points out that while audiences may feel they know everything about musicians, especially their physical looks, this can detract from the allure of the artist and the music itself. Lorde values the element of mystery, suggesting that not everything should be laid bare for public consumption, as it can enrich the artistic experience.
Themes
MusicMysteryFemale MusiciansAppearanceScrutiny
In practice
Example use cases
In a lecture about the representation of women in the music industry, this quote could serve as a point of discussion.
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