One of the band told me last night That music is all that he's got in his life. So where does it go? Surely not with his soul. Will all of his licks and his R'n'B Blow away?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A band member admits music is his life but questions where it ends up compared to his soul.
- In plain terms
- Music is everything to him, but he wonders if it leaves anything behind.
- What can you take from it?
- Dedication to art raises questions about legacy and the soul.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What gives your life meaning?
- Does art outlive the artist?
Another view
Music can endure even if the artist fades away.
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