I appreciate all my fans, on all occasions, everyday of my life. Its your presence & your loyalty that has given me great strength
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I wake up from dreams and go, 'Wow, put this down on paper.' The whole thing is strange. You hear the words, everything is right there in front of your face. ... I am always writing a potpourri of music. I want to give the world escapism through the wonder of great music and to reach the masses. ... And I remember going to the record studio and there was a park across the street and I'd see all the children playing and I would cry because it would make me sad that I would have to work instead.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the beauty and emotional depth found in the creation of music, highlighting the artist's desire to provide escapism to listeners.
In this quote, Michael Jackson reflects on his creative process and the emotional impact of music. He describes waking up inspired and eager to translate his dreams into songs, emphasizing his commitment to sharing profound experiences with a broader audience. The bittersweet moment of watching children play while he works showcases the deep connection he feels towards both his art and the joys of life that he occasionally misses.
Themes
MusicCreativityEscapismEmotionArt
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about artistic inspiration, one could quote this to highlight how creative processes often stem from personal emotions.
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