Oh! We already, we done already done it, done it, dammit! I could you know, like, sing a thing, and then not sing it for a little while, and then sing it again... and people would be like, 'Why'd he sing that again?'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Artists repeat things intentionally, even if audiences question it.
- In plain terms
- Doing things over and over is part of the process, even if people ask why.
- What can you take from it?
- Repetition is a valid part of creative expression.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does repetition serve your work best?
Another view
Repetition can feel lazy without clear intent.
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