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“I would agree with you that there's 90% imitation and 10% innovation. That's true of any genre.” quote by DJ Shadow
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“I would agree with you that there's 90% imitation and 10% innovation. That's true of any genre.”

DJ Shadow

About This Quote

Source Interview: DJ Shadow interview, 2018

He notes that most works are derivative, with a small portion truly original, a pattern across creative fields.

In simple terms: 90% imitation, 10% innovation is common in any genre.

Key Takeaway

Seek to add genuine innovation to your work.

Themes

creativity originality imitation artistic process

Mood

analytical inspirational

Type

critical motivational

When to use this quote

  • music production
  • writing
  • design
  • film

Key Concepts

innovation genre analysis

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can you do to increase the innovative portion of your work?
  • How do you recognize genuine innovation?
A Different Perspective

Originality is hard to achieve and may be undervalued.

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