I think it's important for people to stay human and remember that genuine human connection is more fulfilling than anything that technology has to offer. We all have it within us, and music is something that can bring that out of us.
Jon BatisteRead
My sense of style is influenced by how I feel. I want to express myself because they see you before they hear you. You want to come on stage, and what you look like should represent the song you are playing or the set you are about to play or the message in your music.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Personal style is a reflection of one’s feelings and artistic message.
In this quote, Jon Batiste emphasizes the importance of self-expression through personal style, particularly in the context of performance. He suggests that one's appearance is crucial as it communicates emotions and intentions before any words are spoken, thus serving as an integral part of the artistic message being conveyed through music.
Themes
StyleSelf-ExpressionPerformanceMusicIdentity
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a music interview to discuss how appearance influences performance.
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