Articles Quote by Roger Waters
“In the finished article, the only thing that is important is whether it moves you or not. There is nothing else that is important at all.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Music industry panel, 1992
The sole measure of an article’s value is its emotional impact on the reader, dismissing other criteria.
In simple terms: Value is judged by emotional impact.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize emotional resonance.
Themes
artistic value
emotion
subjectivity
critical standards
Mood
reflective
empathetic
contemplative
Type
philosophical
critical
When to use this quote
- book reviews
- music journalism
- film critique
Key Concepts
aesthetic philosophy
reader response theory
literary criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions does the piece evoke?
- Can technical excellence exist without emotional impact?
A Different Perspective
Other factors like technical skill also matter.
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