People always called The Cure gloomy, but listening to The Cure made me happy. There was something about the gloominess that gave me comfort, and I think we're the same way.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Gloomy music can provide comfort and happiness to listeners despite its tone.
- In plain terms
- Sad music made him happy because the gloom was comforting.
- What can you take from it?
- Sad art can bring comfort even if it looks dark.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why does sad music comfort you?
Another view
Not everyone finds comfort in gloomy music.
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