Poetry involves the mysteries of the irrational perceived through rational words.
Vladimir NabokovRead
You have to have a sound that inspires you to play because, if not, you won't be able to make the sound you have work. You won't be able to make magic with it if you're not happy with it, so it's important that you at least please yourself to the level where you can just relax and be an artist.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Artists need inspiration and personal satisfaction to create meaningful work.
In this quote, Joe Satriani emphasizes the importance of finding a sound that resonates with the artist on a personal level. He suggests that genuine happiness and inspiration are crucial for creating magic in art, and that artists should focus on pleasing themselves to unlock their creative potential.
Themes
ArtInspirationCreativityHappinessSelf-Pleasure
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech at a creative retreat.
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