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'I think it's a good, alone-in-the-middle-of-the-day type of a record. Or very late at night, with a whole bunch of friends after you've sort of had your fill of today's hollow culture, which can be fun. But if you get back home and you're with some friends and you just want to realize that there's more to life than Justin Timberlake, it's a good record for that, too. The one time I don't think would be very good is over dinner. I think it would make everybody regurgitate blood and then turn into werewolves.' on the best time to listen to his album Want Two

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Wainwright recommends his album as a midnight or late‑night listen for friends, but warns it would turn dinner guests into werewolves.
In plain terms
He suggests the record fits certain moods but jokes it's too intense for dinner.
What can you take from it?
Music can set a specific atmosphere and may not suit every setting.

Where it applies

  • playlist curation
  • event planning
  • album reviews

Putting it to work

  • matching music to occasion
  • using humor in recommendations

Questions to consider

  • How does music influence social dynamics?
  • When is a soundtrack inappropriate?

Another view

The werewolf comment is purely comedic, not a real effect.

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