An artist's initial broad stroke is always most impactful, and obsessively adding layer upon layer of paint to fill in details often diminishes the painting's aura. When an aura is lost, it is impossible to get back.
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The majority of the people think that noise is not music. I want to accept noise and even errors and glitches. I enjoy them.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the value of embracing unconventional elements in music and art, including noise and imperfections.
Ryuichi Sakamoto's quote reflects a progressive perspective on music and creativity, suggesting that what many dismiss as mere noise can hold artistic significance. By accepting and enjoying these unconventional sounds, he advocates for a broader understanding of beauty in art, where imperfections and errors contribute to a unique and personal expression.
Themes
NoiseMusicArtCreativityImperfectionAcceptance
In practice
Example use cases
During a talk on modern music, I quoted Ryuichi Sakamoto to highlight the artistic value of unconventional sounds.
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