When I work with artists, I give them a general guideline…
“When I work with artists, I give them a general guideline of what my vision is. Then they're going to speak their minds on how they view it, too. The song that defines 'Neon Future' the best is the title track. I wrote that with Luke Steele of Empire of the Sun. It's through his words. We had an amazing songwriting session together, connecting.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 2020
He collaborates with artists by sharing a vision, then invites their input, resulting in a co‑created song that captures the essence of “Neon Future.”
In simple terms: He gives a vision, lets artists contribute, and together they craft a defining track.
Embrace collaborative creativity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- music projects
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain your vision while allowing others’ ideas?
- What boundaries help keep collaboration productive?
Balancing direction with openness can be challenging.