I feel like my music has become a lot of things. It's hard to label the evolution, but I like there to be an evolution. I just like to paint with all different kinds of colors.
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I like touring extensively because I think the more hours you spend onstage, the more you know who you are onstage.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Performing often helps an artist understand their true self and artistry.
In this quote, Taylor Swift expresses the idea that extensive touring and performing allows her to discover deeper aspects of her identity as a performer. The more she engages with audiences and spends time on stage, the more she learns about her own strengths, vulnerabilities, and artistic expression, ultimately contributing to her growth as an artist.
Themes
PerformanceSelf-DiscoveryArtistryTouringStaging
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire young musicians in a workshop about stage presence.
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