In America we have big issues with education - in impoverished communities especially. I work with Teach For All, and so we're encouraging more people to get into teaching.
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The main focus for me is not trying to find duet partners. It's about just making great songs. I want most of my album to be in my voice because it's my point of view.
Interpretation
What this quote means
John Legend emphasizes the importance of creating quality music rather than simply collaborating with other artists.
In this quote, John Legend expresses that his primary goal in music is to prioritize the creation of impressive songs that reflect his personal perspective. He values his individuality and aims to showcase his unique voice, focusing less on collaborations and more on the authenticity of his art.
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MusicSongsIndividualityCreationArtistry
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the creative process, this quote can inspire musicians to prioritize their unique sound.
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For me as a songwriter, I love when other people cover my songs.
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To have the chance to see your music be elevated and to have almost universally positive response to that music, makes me feel better every day. I feel more confident and inspired, and that's fun.
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Why wouldn't I help? What good reason do I have as a human being with power and a sense of empathy and morality, why wouldn't I do something?
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I wrote the song "Show Me" as a prayer to God asking simple, honest questions about life and death and why there is so much suffering in the world. As I grew with the song I realized I shouldn't limit these questions solely to God; I should ask those questions of others and of myself.
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