Crude Quote by Vladimir Mayakovsky
“Gentle souls! You play your love on the violin. The crude ones play it on the drums violently. But can you turn yourselves inside out, like me And become just two lips entirely?”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Love of the Violin”, 1915
Love expresses differently: some gentle, some violent; true intimacy requires vulnerability and unity.
In simple terms: Love can be gentle or harsh; true love is vulnerable.
Key Takeaway
Embrace openness in relationships.
Themes
love
expression
vulnerability
Mood
poetic
introspective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- artistic collaboration
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
artistic metaphor
emotional intimacy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance vulnerability and self‑protection?
- What does “turning inside out” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Vulnerability can be scary and expose pain.
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