Great work comes from great joy. Leave the angst for the movies; do art - that is fun.
Vinyl survived, we managed not to kill it. Knowing that you’ve taken part in this fight... You can’t imagine the happiness it brings. Every time I see a kid going out of the store with a vinyl record under the arms, my heart beats faster. Music should only be this. An intense emotion.
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What this quote means
The quote expresses the joy and fulfillment derived from the survival of vinyl records and the emotional connection they foster through music.
Jack White reflects on the enduring appeal of vinyl records and the satisfaction of contributing to their preservation. He finds happiness in witnessing the excitement of a new generation embracing the tangible experience of music, which he believes should evoke strong emotions. This sentiment highlights the significance of music in our lives and the nostalgic value of physical media in an increasingly digital world.
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In a speech about the importance of music in education, one might quote Jack White to illustrate the joy of music.
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I keep guitars that are, you know, the neck's a little bit bent and it's a little bit out of tune. I want to work and battle it and conquer it and make it express whatever attitude I have at that moment. I want it to be a struggle.
Vinyl is the real deal. I've always felt like, until you buy the vinyl record, you don't really own the album. And it's not just me or a little pet thing or some kind of retro romantic thing from the past. It is still alive.
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