Sometimes with pop music, you have to see it to love it. With soul music, it's sparse. There's nothing that's pretentious or planned. It's just so gutsy.
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I'd love to be an artist always, but if no one wants me, I'd love to write songs for other people, be a manager, nurture new talent.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Adele expresses her passion for artistry and her willingness to support others in the creative field.
In this quote, Adele reflects on her deep desire to be an artist, emphasizing that while she yearns to create her own music, she also values the role of helping others in the industry. This highlights a broader theme of collaboration and mentoring, showing that success can also come from nurturing talent rather than solely seeking the spotlight for oneself.
Themes
ArtistCreativityCollaborationMentorshipMusic
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about supporting local artists.
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People are starting to go on about my weight but I'm not going to change my size because they don't like the way I look.
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You had my heart inside of your hand but you played it to the beat
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