I appreciate all my fans, on all occasions, everyday of my life. Its your presence & your loyalty that has given me great strength
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I never think about themes. I let the music create itself. I like it to be a potpourri of all kinds of sounds, all kinds of colors, something for everybody, from the farmer in Ireland to the lady who scrubs toilets in Harlem.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Michael Jackson emphasizes the importance of diversity and spontaneity in music creation.
In this quote, Michael Jackson reflects on his artistic process, expressing that he does not focus on predetermined themes when creating music. Instead, he allows the music to develop organically, incorporating a wide variety of sounds and influences, which makes it accessible and enjoyable for a diverse audience, from all walks of life.
Themes
MusicDiversityCreativitySpontaneityArt
In practice
Example use cases
During a music festival speech to highlight inclusivity in art.
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