Events Quote by Joshua Homme
“I think music is a selfish masturbatory event - for the listener, the maker, the candlestick...maker.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Interview with Queens of the Stone Age, 2013
A cynical view that music can be a self‑indulgent act for both creator and audience, questioning its purpose.
In simple terms: Music can be selfish.
Key Takeaway
Consider the value beyond ego.
Themes
self‑criticism
artistic ego
music industry
Mood
skeptical
reflective
Type
critical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- listening
- performance critique
Key Concepts
self‑indulgence
creative authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes music meaningful to you?
- Can selfishness coexist with art?
A Different Perspective
Overlooks music’s communal benefits.
