I try to please people, to give them a good time, but I…
“I try to please people, to give them a good time, but I refuse to make my act conform to traditional show-biz standards of entertainment. There's a little voice that says, 'Oh, no, you can't do that, that's breaking all the rules.' That's the voice of show business. Then this other little voice says, 'Try it.' And most of the time, when the voice comes on and says, 'No,' that's the time it works.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Creative tension arises from opposing inner voices—one warns against breaking norms, the other urges daring.
In simple terms: Fear vs. daring.
Key Takeaway
Listen to the daring voice.
Themes
creativity
rebellion
self‑expression
Mood
anxious
hopeful
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- performing arts
- personal decisions
- innovation
Key Concepts
risk
authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- When will you take the risk?
- How does fear shape your art?
A Different Perspective
The cautionary voice can stifle growth.