Poetic Quote by Mike Gordon
“I've written some poetry, but...songs have to be more poetic, and I've really gotten to this non-poetic sort of writing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Musician Talk, 2005
Songwriting demands lyrical depth; prose can feel less poetic.
In simple terms: Songs need poetic lyrics.
Practice lyrical techniques to enrich prose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing lyrics
- crafting poems
- song workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What poetic elements can you add to prose?
- How does music influence your writing style?
Prose can be poetic in its own right.