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Around the corner Quote by Ozzy Osbourne

“There was a cinema called The Orient outside the community centre where we rehearsed in Six Ways, and whenever it showed a horror film the queue would go all the way down the street and around the corner. 'Isn't it strange how people will pay money to frighten themselves?' I remember Tony [Iommi]…” quote by Ozzy Osbourne
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“There was a cinema called The Orient outside the community centre where we rehearsed in Six Ways, and whenever it showed a horror film the queue would go all the way down the street and around the corner. 'Isn't it strange how people will pay money to frighten themselves?' I remember Tony [Iommi] saying one day. 'Maybe we should stop doing blues and write scary music instead.'”

Ozzy Osbourne

About This Quote

Source Interview: Music Magazine, 1995

People enjoy paying to be scared, showing a fascination with fear and thrill.

In simple terms: People like scary movies.

Key Takeaway

Explore why fear entertains.

Themes

fear entertainment culture

Mood

curious playful

Type

observational analytical

When to use this quote

  • movie outings
  • music inspiration
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

psychology of thrill social behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we seek fear?
  • How does fear influence creativity?
A Different Perspective

Fear can be harmful if overindulged.

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