Blues Quote by Paul Weller
“When you look at so much of what we all love, there's either soul-based to it, or it's the blues. It's really the beginnings of any kind of music. It really is; it all starts there. Because after that, it's music of the moment.”
About This Quote
Source Song: “The Blues” (live interview), 2015
Music originates from deep feeling or melancholy; these emotions spark new sounds.
In simple terms: Music starts with feeling or sadness.
Tap into emotion to create music.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- improvisation
- performance
- studio sessions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions besides blues inspire you?
- How can you balance joy and sorrow in music?
Focusing only on sadness can limit diversity.