--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I feel responsible to make something…" description: "\"I feel responsible to make something original as a Japanese artist. There are lots of singers and guitarists, but I feel that on stage its meaningless ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5b1/miyavi-23077_art_i-feel-responsible-to-make-something-ori_202483.jpg" --- # I feel responsible to make something original as a… ![“I feel responsible to make something original as a Japanese artist. There are lots of singers and guitarists, but I feel that on stage its meaningless to copy something someone has done before.” quote by Miyavi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5b1/miyavi-23077_art_i-feel-responsible-to-make-something-ori_202483.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5b1/miyavi-23077_art_i-feel-responsible-to-make-something-ori_202483.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5b1/miyavi-23077_art_i-feel-responsible-to-make-something-ori_202483.jpg) > “I feel responsible to make something original as a Japanese artist. There are lots of singers and guitarists, but I feel that on stage its meaningless to copy something someone has done before.” [Miyavi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/miyavi/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The artist feels a duty to create unique work rather than imitate others, especially in a crowded field. **In simple terms:** Create original art, not copies. Key Takeaway Prioritize authenticity in performance. Themes creativity originality artistic integrity Mood reflective determined Type artistic philosophical When to use this quote - live concerts - recording sessions - collaborations - art festivals Key Concepts cultural identity self‑expression Questions to Reflect On - How can you balance tradition and innovation? - What defines originality for you? 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