Being Quote by Robert Smith
“I had every intention of 'Bloodflowers' being the last Cure record. I thought it would be fantastic to finish with the best thing we'd ever done, but I wasn't sure we could pull it off.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1992, The Cure, Rolling Stone
He planned the final album to be their ultimate work, but doubted its success.
In simple terms: Wanted a perfect ending, uncertain of execution.
Key Takeaway
Accept uncertainty when aiming for perfection.
Themes
music
art
ambition
selfdoubt
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
musical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- album production
- band decisions
- career closure
- public expectations
Key Concepts
creative risk
legacy
perfectionism
Questions to Reflect On
- Can you balance ambition with realistic expectations?
- What compromises are acceptable for artistic integrity?
A Different Perspective
Even with a clear vision, execution can falter.
