Business Quote by Siedah Garrett
“What happened was I was a songwriter on Quincy Jones' publishing company, Qwest, for two and a half years before I gave him the song for Michael Jackson. He had a meeting with the songwriters. I think there were about six of us on the West Coast and we all had a meeting at his house where he sort of gave us an outline of what he wanted. To finish this BAD album Jones needed one more song to round out the album. I took notes and then I then took my notes to my writing partner Glen Ballard.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1995
She recounts how Quincy Jones guided songwriters with a brief outline, leading to a collaborative effort that produced a final track for Michael Jackson’s album.
In simple terms: Clear direction from a leader can unite creators toward a shared goal.
Key Takeaway
Follow concise guidance to collaborate effectively.
Themes
collaboration
leadership
creativity
music production
Mood
inspirational
analytical
Type
industry
creative
When to use this quote
- songwriting sessions
- studio collaboration
- creative brainstorming
- album completion
Key Concepts
music industry
team dynamics
artistic vision
Questions to Reflect On
- How much freedom should a producer give artists?
- What balance yields the best creative results?
A Different Perspective
Creative input may be limited by strict outlines, potentially stifling originality.
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