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What does it mean?
The speaker acknowledges imitators in the industry but asserts their own unique status.
In plain terms
Others copy my style but I remain the original.
What can you take from it?
Originality persists even when trends are copied.

Where it applies

  • industry commentary
  • legacy discussions

Putting it to work

  • distinguishing original work
  • acknowledging influence

Questions to consider

  • What makes an original?
  • Can a trend be owned?

Another view

Claiming uniqueness can be subjective.

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