When the uncreative tell the creative what to do, it stops being art.
Tony BennettRead
If music sounds dated, it means it wasn't very good in the first place.
Interpretation
Music that doesn't stand the test of time may not have been of high quality to begin with.
Tony Bennett's quote suggests that the quality of music can be judged by its longevity. If a piece of music feels outdated or no longer relevant, it may indicate that it lacked depth or originality from the start, implying that truly great music continues to resonate across generations.
In practice
Use this quote in a discussion about music history and its evolution.
When the uncreative tell the creative what to do, it stops being art.
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