It's very hard to grow up in the African American church and for music to not be in your veins. It's just part of the fabric of who we are as people, especially black musicians.
Kirk FranklinRead
I trust that if God gives me music for someone else, that's what He wants that person to have. I have to trust that that's what they're supposed to do and that's the music that should specifically be released for them and their ministry, for their career and for their audience.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of trusting in divine guidance when creating music for others.
Kirk Franklin expresses a deep belief in the connection between music and a higher purpose, suggesting that when he is inspired to create for someone else, it is not merely a coincidence but a calling that aligns with that individual's journey. He underscores the importance of faith in trusting that the music generated is meant to serve a specific role in the recipient's life, reinforcing the idea that creativity and inspiration can be a divine gift meant for the betterment of others.
Themes
TrustMusicDivine GuidancePurposeCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a speech about the impact of music in church ministry.
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