Always Quote by Madlib
“Dilla was a John Coltrane-type dude. He was always on a higher level. He inspired my music to become looser and more soulful.”
About This Quote
Source Podcast: Music History, 2020
Dilla’s style was akin to Coltrane’s, elevating the creator’s music.
In simple terms: Dilla inspired a looser, soulful sound like Coltrane.
Key Takeaway
Study Dilla’s techniques to enrich your own music.
Themes
music
inspiration
legacy
Mood
enthusiastic
analytical
Type
educational
creative
When to use this quote
- studio sessions
- music workshops
- creative collaborations
Key Concepts
jazz influence
hip‑hop production
Questions to Reflect On
- What specific elements of Dilla’s work resonate?
- How can you blend influences authentically?
A Different Perspective
Comparison may overlook unique contexts.
![“It was so interesting, when [John Coltrane] created A Love Supreme. He had meditated that week. I almost didn't see him downstairs. And it was so quiet! There was no sound, no practice! He was up there meditating, and when he came down he said, "I have a whole new music!" He said, "There is a new…” quote by Alice Coltrane](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/742/alice-coltrane-25252_beautiful_it-was-so-interesting-when-john-coltrane_1177734.jpg)
![“You know, John Coltrane has been sort of a god to me. Seems like, in a way, he didn't get the inspiration out of other musicians. He had it. When you hear a cat do a thing like that, you got to go along with him. I think I heard Coltrane before I really got close to Miles [Davis]. Miles had a…” quote by Wes Montgomery](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/37b/wes-montgomery-34602_cat_you-know-john-coltrane-has-been-sort-of_2969350.jpg)
