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“Wild Horses" started in a B-minor chord, and Stu didn't play minor chords, "fucking Chinese music.” quote by Keith Richards
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““Wild Horses" started in a B-minor chord, and Stu didn't play minor chords, "fucking Chinese music.””

Keith Richards

About This Quote

The speaker contrasts a musical piece that begins in a minor key with his personal aversion to minor chords, labeling them as undesirable or foreign-sounding.

In simple terms: Dislike of minor chords.

Key Takeaway

Personal musical taste can be strong.

Themes

Music theory Personal preference Cultural perception Aesthetic judgment

Mood

Irritated Defiant Cynical

Type

Opinion Anecdote

When to use this quote

  • Describing a song's intro
  • Explaining personal style
  • Critiquing a band's sound

Key Concepts

Minor chords B-minor Song composition Cultural labeling

Practical Applications

  • Music criticism
  • Songwriting guidance

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do some listeners find minor chords unsettling?
  • How does cultural labeling affect musical perception?
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