Band Quote by Jimmy Carl Black
“I know I didn't like that dress 'cause it didn't fit but I thought it was a great picture. We weren't the first band to do a picture in drag; The Rolling Stones were. If it was good enough for them then it had to be good enough for us.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music magazine interview, 1975
Band imitates successful peers; if a concept works for a legend, it can work for newcomers
In simple terms: Copy successful ideas when appropriate
Key Takeaway
Leverage proven ideas creatively
Themes
inspiration
imitation
confidence
Mood
hopeful
confident
Type
advice
creative
When to use this quote
- album cover design
- stage costume planning
- creative brainstorming
Key Concepts
cultural influence
artistic borrowing
Questions to Reflect On
- When is imitation beneficial?
- How to add unique twist?
A Different Perspective
Blind imitation may stifle originality
