You get to a certain age where you prepare yourself for happiness. Sometimes you never remember to actually get happy.
John MayerRead
I'm trying everything I can not to be jaded 'cause I don't like jaded musicians.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses a desire to maintain freshness and authenticity in artistry, avoiding a cynical outlook.
John Mayer articulates a struggle against becoming jaded, particularly as a musician, emphasizing the importance of staying passionate and sincere in oneβs craft. By recognizing the pitfalls of cynicism, he highlights his commitment to genuine expression and the avoidance of bitterness that can taint creativity.
Themes
JadedMusicianAuthenticityCreativityPassion
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a music workshop to inspire musicians to keep their passion alive.
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