Alive Quote by Jandy Nelson
“He's bent over the strings tuning his guitar with such passionate attention I almost feel I should look away but I can't. In fact I'm full on gawking wondering what it would be like to be cool and casual and fearless and passionate and so freaking alive just like he is- and for a split second I want to play with him. I want to disturb the birds. Later as he plays and plays as all the fog burns away I think he's right. That's exactly it- I am crazy sad and somewhere deep inside all I want is to fly.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Sky Is Everywhere by Jandy Nelson, 2010
The narrator admires a musician’s passionate performance, feeling both awe and a yearning to break free from sadness and embrace vitality.
In simple terms: Admiration sparks longing for freedom and joy.
Key Takeaway
Channel inspiration into personal expression.
Themes
art
passion
freedom
sadness
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- listening to live music
- creative writing
- mindful breathing
- artistic pursuits
Key Concepts
music
self‑expression
emotional release
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “flying” represent for you?
- How can you sustain that feeling?
A Different Perspective
Passion can be fleeting without grounding.
