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On the other hand, what I like my music to do to me is awaken the ghosts inside of me. Not the demons, you understand, but the ghosts.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a desire for music to evoke memories and emotions rather than negative feelings.
David Bowie emphasizes the profound emotional impact of music, suggesting that true artistry can access and revive the memories and feelings within us. By distinguishing between 'ghosts' and 'demons', he highlights how music can bring forth positive reflections and experiences from our past rather than negative or dark aspects of our psyche.
Themes
MusicEmotionsMemoriesArtistryExperience
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech about the influence of art in everyday life.
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