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What does it mean?
The musician performs with visible discomfort or struggle.
In plain terms
He plays as if he is in physical pain.
What can you take from it?
Physical discomfort can hinder performance quality.

Where it applies

  • musical performance
  • physical strain
  • critique

Putting it to work

  • assess performer comfort
  • check equipment fit

Questions to consider

  • What physical barriers affect your work?
  • How does discomfort change your output?

Another view

It could be a metaphor for artistic tension rather than literal pain.

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