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“Music is very personal. It is not objective. We're not talking about how tight they were. How famous they are. How rich they are. For me it's like food. You taste it, and you either love it, or you think it's boring, or it tastes bad, which is three reactions I have with music, just like food…” quote by Gordon Raphael
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“Music is very personal. It is not objective. We're not talking about how tight they were. How famous they are. How rich they are. For me it's like food. You taste it, and you either love it, or you think it's boring, or it tastes bad, which is three reactions I have with music, just like food, it's very personal.”

Gordon Raphael

About This Quote

Source Interview: Music discussion with Gordon Raphael, 2021

He describes music as a subjective experience, like tasting food, leading to love, boredom, or dislike.

In simple terms: Music is personal, like food.

Key Takeaway

Listen to what moves you.

Themes

music subjectivity taste emotion

Mood

introspective creative

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • playlist creation
  • music therapy
  • art criticism
  • personal expression

Key Concepts

aesthetic experience personal preference

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does music evoke for you?
  • How does personal taste shape your artistic choices?
A Different Perspective

Not everyone will share your musical taste.

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