Choices Quote by Paul Simon
“I sort of recognize it, as opposed to shaping it. Oh, that's a good idea, that's a good line. I wonder where I can use that. And when you get into a rhyme group like 'not,' you got a lot of rhymes, you got a lot of choices. The more you do it, the luckier you get.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1975
Creativity grows through practice; the more you write, the more opportunities and inspiration appear.
In simple terms: Practice fuels creative luck.
Write regularly to expand options.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- poetry workshops
- daily journaling
- brainstorming sessions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you structure regular creative practice?
- What feedback loops enhance your work?
Skill alone isn’t enough; external feedback matters.