But art is not simply works of art; it is the spirit that knows Beauty, that has music in its soul and the color of sunsets in its headkerchiefs; that can dance on a flaming world and make the world dance, too.
W. E. B. Du BoisRead
When I was growing up, there weren't that many queer girls of colour making music. So I just wanted to be able to exist, just to be that, without putting too much emphasis on it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the desire for representation and authenticity in the music industry.
Arlo Parks expresses the challenges faced by queer girls of color in the music industry, highlighting a lack of representation during her upbringing. She emphasizes the importance of simply existing as one’s true self without the pressure to conform to expectations or to make her identity the focal point of her artistry.
Themes
QueerMusicRepresentationIdentityAuthenticity
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote during a panel on diversity in the arts.
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