Draws Quote by Roger Waters
“You can draw a line between what I'm interested in and what I'm not interested in. On one side you can name Dylan and Lennon, who observe the world and have feelings, and write songs directly from those feelings. On the vapid side you have pop groups who need material and write songs to fill the hole, rather than getting somebody else.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing musical preferences, date unknown
The speaker distinguishes between emotionally driven songwriting and commercially driven pop, emphasizing authenticity.
In simple terms: Authentic art vs. commercial filler.
Seek genuine expression.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- music criticism
- creative process
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a song feel genuine to you?
- How do you balance art and market?
Commercial success can coexist with authenticity.