Anthony BurgessA work of art is somehow organic, and to slash a painting or smash a statue is not just an offence against property: it is an offence against life.
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The idea that the key to living a creative life lies in doing something that is both creative and useful is one of the most universal and timeless principles. The idea that we should treat art as something more than just a source of entertainment and pleasure is what makes art so powerful. Many people try to separate art from life and treat it as an abstract concept that can be appreciated from a distance. The trouble is, as soon as you try to take yourself out of the picture, you find yourself no longer able to be moved by the work of art.
The same applies to music as well as art. In music, it’s not enough for a song to have a good beat or a good hook; the lyrics have to touch our hearts as well.
Source: A Clockwork Orange
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