Assonance Quote by Frank O'Hara
“I don't ... like rhythm, assonance, all that stuff. You just go on your nerve. If someone's chasing you down the street with a knife you just run, you don't turn around and shout, 'Give it up! I was a track star for Mineola Prep.'”
About This Quote
Source Poem: "The Day Lady Died" (1962) by Frank O'Hara
The quote highlights instinctive survival over artistic pretension, urging raw, immediate response to danger.
In simple terms: Trust instinct over style when threatened.
Key Takeaway
Act quickly, ignore ego.
Themes
survival
instinct
authenticity
Mood
tense
urgent
Type
cautionary
realistic
When to use this quote
- street danger
- sports competition
- emergency response
Key Concepts
pragmatism
immediacy
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you let fear dictate your actions?
- How can you balance instinct and thought?
A Different Perspective
It may glorify reckless behavior.
