Call me Quote by Fiona Apple
“But I honestly don't read critics. My dad reads absolutely everything ever written about me. He calls me up to read ecstatic reviews, but I always insist that I can't hear them. If you give value to the good reviews, you have to give value to the criticism.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2006
The speaker dismisses critics' opinions, noting that valuing praise also means accepting criticism.
In simple terms: Ignoring critics means also ignoring criticism.
Balance praise and criticism.
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When to use this quote
- artist interviews
- media reviews
- personal branding
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you separate personal growth from external opinions?
- Can you value criticism without letting it affect self-esteem?
Critics can shape public image regardless of personal stance.