Back Quote by Flying Lotus
“Whenever I am making stuff, I got a thing in the back of my mind: 'Oh, this would be so perfect for' whoever.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Pitchfork, 2018
Creative work is constantly driven by the desire to tailor it perfectly for an imagined audience.
In simple terms: Perfectionist drive fuels creation.
Key Takeaway
Balance perfection with progress.
Themes
creativity
audience
perfectionism
idealism
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- music production
- design
- writing
Key Concepts
artistic process
project planning
Questions to Reflect On
- What’s the cost of endless tailoring?
- How to know when a work is ready?
A Different Perspective
Can stall progress.
