I think art is a healing force, and if we give in to the joy that can be found in art, then we are able to sustain ourselves in spite of ourselves.
Ntozake ShangeRead
It still amazes and fascinates me that women of color have kept my work alive for these many generations.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses gratitude for the enduring support of women of color in sustaining the speaker's artistic work over time.
Ntozake Shange's quote highlights the profound impact that women of color have had in preserving and promoting her artistic contributions across generations. It reflects a deep appreciation for their strength, resilience, and the critical role they play in the cultural narrative, suggesting that her work is not only valuable but also intertwined with their collective experiences and influences.
Themes
WomenColorArtSupportGenerations
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech celebrating diversity in the arts, this quote can be used to emphasize the importance of community support.
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All quotes →Where there is a woman there is magic. If there is a moon falling from her mouth, she is a woman who knows her magic, who can share or not share her powers. A woman with a moon falling from her mouth, roses between her legs and tiaras of Spanish moss, this woman is a consort of the spirits.
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I write for young girls of color, for girls who don’t even exist yet, so that there is something there for them when they arrive. I can only change how they live, not how they think.
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i usedta live in the world really be in the world free & sweet talkin good mornin & thank-you & nice day uh huh i cant now i cant be nice to nobody nice is such a rip-off regular beauty & a smile in the street is just a set-up
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one thing I don’t need is any more apologies i got sorry greetin me at my front door you can keep yrs i don’t know what to do wit em they don’t open doors or bring the sun back they don’t make me happy or get a mornin paper didn’t nobody stop usin my tears to wash cars cuz a sorry.
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The slaves who were ourselves had known terror intimately, confused sunrise with pain, & accepted indifference as kindness.
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