Communicate Quote by Flying Lotus
“I definitely learned to communicate with other musicians better. I used to feel so intimidated by guys who can read notes, like, "Oh my god, they're gonna think I'm not even gonna be able to sit at the table." But I've come to see that a lot of these musicians don't know how to read music either, and that made me feel good. I could just come up with ideas or show somebody things and get the ideas across.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Pitchfork, 2015
The artist realized that formal music reading isn’t essential for creative collaboration; confidence grows when you focus on ideas over technical skill.
In simple terms: You can collaborate without reading music.
Key Takeaway
Embrace idea sharing over technical perfection.
Themes
collaboration
confidence
creativity
Mood
inspired
confident
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- band rehearsals
- studio sessions
- workshops
Key Concepts
self-efficacy
musical communication
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you bridge gaps between technically trained and intuitive musicians?
- What practices foster inclusive creative environments?
A Different Perspective
Not all musicians value reading skills equally.
