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“Usually the song is totally done. I'll do absolutely everything, backing vocals - everything - but in gibberish. A lot of times its based on the mumblings that I sing. Even though I sing in gibberish, it kind of makes sense.” quote by Katie Stelmanis
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“Usually the song is totally done. I'll do absolutely everything, backing vocals - everything - but in gibberish. A lot of times its based on the mumblings that I sing. Even though I sing in gibberish, it kind of makes sense.”

Katie Stelmanis

About This Quote

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

She creates vocal parts in nonsensical sounds that still convey emotion and meaning.

In simple terms: Nonsensical sounds can still feel meaningful.

Key Takeaway

Embrace intuition over literal lyrics.

Themes

creativity expression music intuition

Mood

playful experimental

Type

artistic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • songwriting
  • live performance
  • studio recording
  • experimental music

Key Concepts

artistic process sound symbolism improvisation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does nonsense evoke feeling?
  • When is abstract vocal work effective?
A Different Perspective

Listeners may find gibberish confusing.

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