Artist Quote by Andy Wilkinson
“I find on songwriting, I really have to work at making sure I'm not imitating myself. You know? Which happens to all of us. When an artist becomes really famous, you'll start listening to songs and saying "Wait...I've heard that before" and it'll be one of theirs. We all fall into that rut. If you don't have something to force you out of it, then it's kind of a dangerous business.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on songwriting, 2022
Artists must avoid self‑imitation by seeking fresh influences and deliberate change.
In simple terms: Don’t copy your own style.
Key Takeaway
Push beyond familiar patterns.
Themes
creativity
authenticity
growth
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- songwriting sessions
- collaborations
- genre experiments
- creative blocks
- musical evolution
Key Concepts
artistic identity
innovation
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you recognize when you’re repeating yourself?
- What new source can inspire you?
A Different Perspective
Change can feel risky and may alienate existing fans.
![“Some things need to be a song. Some things need to be a play. Some things need to be a painting. Some things need to be-though I'd never be a choreographer-some things might ought to be a dance [laughs]. I've found that exploring an idea in different ways, it gives you different opportunities.” quote by Andy Wilkinson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/724/andy-wilkinson-41009_choreographers_some-things-need-to-be-a-song-some-thing_2684398.jpg)
