Better Quote by Aaron Dessner
“I guess I like minor chords better than major ones, in general.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The National Podcast, 2021
The speaker prefers the emotional complexity of minor chords over the brighter sound of major chords.
In simple terms: Minor chords feel more nuanced.
Embrace subtlety in music choices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- listening
- musical composition
- performance
- music education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does chord choice affect your emotional state?
- Do you prefer complexity over simplicity?
Minor chords can also sound sad, limiting uplifting moods.