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“When I originally wrote "Jealousy," it was more like an exercise to try to write a girl-group kind of pop song. It was really contrary to most of the material I'd ever written. I didn't pay much attention to the song after I'd recorded it. I didn't really perform it at all the last 20 years. When…” quote by Natalie Merchant
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“When I originally wrote "Jealousy," it was more like an exercise to try to write a girl-group kind of pop song. It was really contrary to most of the material I'd ever written. I didn't pay much attention to the song after I'd recorded it. I didn't really perform it at all the last 20 years. When it came time to make the new record, I decided to make peace with the song and have fun with it.”

Natalie Merchant

About This Quote

Source Album: *The House Carpenter* (song “Jealousy”), 2023 commentary

Describes how a song once dismissed became a source of fun and acceptance later, highlighting artistic evolution.

In simple terms: Old work can become enjoyable later.

Key Takeaway

Revisit past work with fresh eyes.

Themes

creativity acceptance revisiting

Mood

thoughtful inspired

Type

reflective creative

When to use this quote

  • songwriting
  • performance
  • career reflection

Key Concepts

artistic evolution self-forgiveness

Questions to Reflect On

  • What old project could you revive?
  • How does time change your view of art?
A Different Perspective

May ignore that some works remain irrelevant.

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