Exciting Quote by David Bowie
“It was like treading water all through the '60s, and when 1970 kicked in, I thought "We're here. Right." God, this is exciting. I'm going to go for it now. I really felt it was my time. Then Marc Bolan did it first. That really pissed me off.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1972
Describes feeling of momentum in the 1970s, then frustration at being outpaced by peers.
In simple terms: I felt the era’s excitement, then disappointment.
Key Takeaway
Channel frustration into original creation.
Themes
ambition
disappointment
creative drive
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
musical
personal
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- performance
- collaboration
- public speaking
Key Concepts
cultural zeitgeist
musical evolution
personal identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay true to your vision?
- What lessons arise from feeling left behind?
A Different Perspective
Comparisons can stifle originality.
