Able Quote by Mirah
“I'm doing more deep listening, which is part of the role or job of the songwriter. I think with a lot of songwriting, songs sing themselves to you tonally and also lyrically. And it's not necessarily your own visual memories that are writing the song. It's like there are words that you can catch out there and you have to be able to see and hear them.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Songwriting discussion, 2023
Songwriters must listen deeply to capture melodies and lyrics that arise from external inspiration, not just personal memories.
In simple terms: Listen deeply to hear external inspiration.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate attentive listening for creative ideas.
Themes
creativity
listening
inspiration
Mood
introspective
artistic
Type
advice
inspirational
When to use this quote
- studio sessions
- collaborative writing
- live performances
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
songwriting
external muse
perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between external and internal inspiration?
- What practices sharpen your listening for songwriting?
A Different Perspective
May overlook internal emotional truth if over‑focused on external cues.
