Book Quote by King Krule
“I'm trying to create a collection of stories - the 'U.F.O.W.A.V.E.' songs are all stories. I haven't really taken direct lyrical influence from other songwriters, but my dad bought me a book of W.H. Auden's poems when I was younger, and the imagery really interested me.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing musical influences, 2020
He draws inspiration from poetry, especially Auden, shaping his lyrical storytelling and atmospheric soundscapes.
In simple terms: Poetry influences his music creation.
Key Takeaway
Read poetry to spark creativity.
Themes
creativity
storytelling
music
influence
Mood
introspective
artistic
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Songwriting
- album concept
- visual imagery
- creative blocks
Key Concepts
literary inspiration
artistic synthesis
Questions to Reflect On
- How does poetry shape your melodies?
- What themes emerge from Auden's work?
A Different Perspective
Poetry may not translate directly to music.
