Aesthetic Quote by Moby
“There's an aesthetic theme, which is cities at two o'clock in the morning. Not cities packed with people going out to clubs and dancing but desolate, empty streets. It's off-putting but there's a strange comfort to it as well, that desolate urban environment.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Music Production, 2015
The quote describes a feeling of eerie calm found in empty city streets late at night, mixing discomfort with a soothing solitude.
In simple terms: Empty streets at night feel both strange and comforting.
Embrace the quiet of desolate urban moments.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- late night walks
- photography
- creative writing
- urban planning
- mindfulness
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does emptiness affect your mood?
- What draws you to quiet cityscapes?
The comfort may mask underlying loneliness or safety concerns.