Comedy Quote by David Cross
“I'll think of the idea and then I'll write something down, then within that there will be a joke or two which is the original thing which I thought was funny.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast appearance, 2015
The process of brainstorming leads to writing, which then reveals the humor that was the original spark.
In simple terms: Ideas become jokes after writing them down.
Write first, discover humor later.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stand‑up routine
- script drafting
- improvisation
- creative meetings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does writing change your original funny thought?
- Do you ever lose the humor by over‑editing?
If you don't write, the joke may never surface.