Believe Quote by Charles Bukowski
“I could scream down 90 mountains to less than dust if only one living human had eyes in the head and heart in the body, but there is no chance, my god, no chance. rat with rat dog with dog hog with hog, play the piano drunk listen to the drunk piano, realize the myth of mercy stand still as even a child's voice snarls and we have not been fooled, it was only that we wanted to believe.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Last Night” (attributed)
The speaker expresses existential despair, chaotic imagery, and a yearning for meaning amid nihilism.
In simple terms: Despair and chaos reflect a search for meaning.
Key Takeaway
Embrace absurdity, seek authentic connection.
Themes
existentialism
nihilism
chaos
despair
artistic expression
Mood
melancholic
intense
raw
Type
poetic
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- nighttime contemplation
- creative writing
- mental health coping
- philosophical debate
- artistic performance
Key Concepts
literature
psychology
surrealism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the chaos reveal about the human condition?
- How can art transform despair into purpose?
A Different Perspective
The fragmented style may obscure clear insight for some readers.
