Skip to content

Even when I'm singing on record there's a lot of times…

“Even when I'm singing on record there's a lot of times when I'll fight for a bit of imperfection. I might not have quite hit the note to the perfect pitch but there was a soul in there and feeling that, to me, delivers the emotion of that moment. For me, doing a show, the excitement of singing…” quote by Alicia Keys
Download Open image
“Even when I'm singing on record there's a lot of times when I'll fight for a bit of imperfection. I might not have quite hit the note to the perfect pitch but there was a soul in there and feeling that, to me, delivers the emotion of that moment. For me, doing a show, the excitement of singing live, and the possibility that you're not gonna be perfect - that's the thrill of it.”

Alicia Keys

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Embracing imperfection in performance adds authenticity and emotional depth, making the experience more compelling than flawless execution.

In simple terms: Imperfection can make art feel more real and moving.

Key Takeaway

Allow room for flaws to convey genuine feeling.

Themes

creativity authenticity performance imperfection emotion

Mood

reflective passionate intimate

Type

artistic motivational

When to use this quote

  • live concerts
  • studio recordings
  • songwriting
  • acting
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

artistic expression risk taking emotional resonance

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does imperfection enhance versus hinder?
  • How do you decide the acceptable level of flaw?
A Different Perspective

Too much imperfection may distract from the intended message or reduce professionalism.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Alicia Keys

Explore all 294 Alicia Keys quotes

More Bits quotes

Browse all 5,709 Bits quotes