Funk never dies. It is eternal. It just smells a little different from time to time.
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All we sell is the Greatest feeling on Earth
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the value of joy and fulfillment in our offerings.
Questlove's quote suggests that the essence of what we provide to others—be it through art, music, or any endeavor—is deeply rooted in the pursuit of happiness. It highlights the idea that the ultimate goal of our contributions to the world should be to evoke the greatest emotional experiences, which can lead to a sense of connection and fulfillment.
Themes
HappinessJoyFulfillmentEmotionConnection
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a motivational speech about pursuing passion.
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All quotes →I prefer to unwind by DJing. I learned that from Mike D from the Beastie Boys. After a show, he would DJ. Once I saw that, I wanted to do that. And now DJing is like my lifeline. I love the power it represents.
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Every time a new record started, people exhaled with pleasure, or their bodies moved automatically. I really started getting high off of the euphoric exclamations. Every record I put on was like a baptism.
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I'm not one of those people who's so blinded by my own work and my sweat. It's kind of risky writing a memoir when you're really part of a larger universe.
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Highlight reels are about that one person. After a barrage of highlight reels, you get the sense that you can do it without a team. But music thrived the most when groups were involved. People lose sight of that - that community makes the world run.
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