'Why doesn't Dave Grohl run for President? I think he'd be good, he seems a very organised man. He has about 12 fingers in about 50 pies, and they're all great pies, and great fingers. What I'm saying is that we really respect that band, and I fucking love him!' - Chris Martin, 2002 [2]
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Chris Martin praises Dave Grohl for his organization and prolific success across many creative areas.
- In plain terms
- Dave Grohl is respected for doing many great things well.
- What can you take from it?
- Respect those who succeed in many fields.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do we respect productive people?
- What makes a successful artist?
Another view
The humor relies on a pun about fingers that may not translate well outside the context.
More from Dave Grohl
'I love his voice (Dave) and the song writing is scary; it's phenomenal. He's the most inspirational guy out there for me now.' - Mark DiCarlo, 2000 [3]
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