Everything we've ever done has been for artistry's sake, and for the greater good and paying homage to those who came before us and paving the way for those who come after us.
Black ThoughtRead
It's weird what can trigger the beginning of a song or some bars. It can be a banging slice of apple pie or it can be smelling a certain perfume or something.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Creative inspiration can come from unexpected sources.
This quote reflects the notion that artistic expression, such as writing a song or creating music, can be sparked by seemingly mundane or unexpected sensory experiences, like the taste of apple pie or a familiar scent. It emphasizes the unpredictable nature of creativity and how it can be influenced by everyday life and memories.
Themes
CreativityInspirationMusicArtistic ExpressionSenses
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a workshop on creativity to illustrate how inspiration can strike unexpectedly.
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