About Quote by John Legend
“Some people start with the lyrics first because they know what they want to talk about and they just write a whole bunch of lyrical ideas, but for me the music tells me what to talk about.”
About This Quote
Music inspires lyrical content, guiding the songwriter’s message.
In simple terms: Music directs the words.
Listen to your inner rhythm.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- composing songs
- poetry
- film scoring
- advertising jingles
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does melody shape your ideas?
- Can you write without music?
Relying solely on music may limit lyrical depth.