I merely took the energy it takes to pout and wrote some blues.
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Create, and be true to yourself, and depend only on your own good taste.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Be authentic and trust your own creative instincts.
Duke Ellington emphasizes the importance of self-expression and authenticity in the creative process. He suggests that artists should remain true to their own visions and rely on their personal tastes rather than conforming to external expectations or trends.
Themes
CreativityAuthenticitySelf-ExpressionGood TasteIndividuality
In practice
Example use cases
In an art class, to inspire students to find their own style.
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