Drunk Quote by Charles Baudelaire
“One should always be drunk. That's all that matters...But with what? With wine, with poetry, or with virtue, as you chose. But get drunk.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Albatros” from Les Fleurs du Mal, 1857
Embrace a state of ecstatic immersion—whether through wine, art, or moral vigor—as a means to transcend ordinary life.
In simple terms: Seek ecstatic immersion in art or virtue.
Key Takeaway
Live fully, choose your intoxication.
Themes
passion
transcendence
artistic devotion
Mood
intense
reflective
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- culinary experiences
- spiritual practice
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
existentialism
aestheticism
moral philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “drunk” mean to you beyond alcohol?
- How can you balance intoxication with duty?
A Different Perspective
Excess can lead to loss of responsibility or clarity.
