--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I consider myself a person like everyone…" description: "\"I consider myself a person like everyone else, and I take my time writing my records because I feel like it captures more of who I am. You have a much ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/491/andrew-mcmahon-16018_capture_i-consider-myself-a-person-like-everyone_2996591.png" --- # I consider myself a person like everyone else, and I take… ![“I consider myself a person like everyone else, and I take my time writing my records because I feel like it captures more of who I am. You have a much greater chance of hitting on themes and points...that could play into someone else's life in a larger way.” quote by Andrew McMahon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/491/andrew-mcmahon-16018_capture_i-consider-myself-a-person-like-everyone_2996591.png) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/491/andrew-mcmahon-16018_capture_i-consider-myself-a-person-like-everyone_2996591.png) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/491/andrew-mcmahon-16018_capture_i-consider-myself-a-person-like-everyone_2996591.png) > “I consider myself a person like everyone else, and I take my time writing my records because I feel like it captures more of who I am. You have a much greater chance of hitting on themes and points...that could play into someone else's life in a larger way.” [Andrew McMahon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/andrew-mcmahon/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. He writes slowly to capture authentic self, hoping his themes resonate widely. **In simple terms:** He takes time to write authentic songs. Key Takeaway Write authentically, no rush. Themes music authenticity self‑reflection impact connection Mood thoughtful optimistic Type artistic personal When to use this quote - recording sessions - ly workshops - social media sharing Key Concepts creative process emotional resonance audience engagement Questions to Reflect On - How does patience affect lyrical depth? - What makes a song universally relatable? 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