Blank page Quote by Jamie Lidell
“There's a difference between writing, the written word, and music. When you have the blank page it doesn't make a sound, which is like what happens to me every night when I'm playing. There is that crazy moment: the first mark you make on the page. But sound can inspire sound, in a way that words can't inspire words - at least for me. The nature of sound itself is still a huge mystery to me. I'm very happy about that.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music and Creativity Podcast, 2018
Writing, music, and sound differ; the first mark on a page can inspire further sound, a mystery that excites the creator.
In simple terms: Writing and music inspire differently.
Key Takeaway
Explore how sound can spark new ideas.
Themes
creativity
music
writing
Mood
curious
enthusiastic
Type
artistic
reflective
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- visual art
- literature
- performance
Key Concepts
inspiration
artistic process
Questions to Reflect On
- What first mark of inspiration have you felt?
- How can you capture that moment?
A Different Perspective
Sound may not translate well to non-auditory mediums.
