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I think songwriters are more related to fiction writers. The Odyssey was a story in song. To me, thats so beautiful, all
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"I think songwriters are more related to fiction writers. The Odyssey was a story in song. To me, that's so beautiful, all those painted characters, all those travels and adventures"

- Regina Spektor

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In this quote, singer-songwriter Regina Spektor expresses her belief that songwriters are more comparable to fiction authors than other kinds of authors. She draws a contrast to the legendary poem "The Odyssey," which was originally informed through tune. Spektor discovers this concept to be incredibly beautiful, as it permits the development of vibrant and vibrant characters and the depiction of amazing journeys and experiences. This suggests that, to Spektor, songwriting is a kind of storytelling that allows for a distinct and powerful method of conveying feelings and ideas. She sees songwriting as a type of art that is deeply connected to the world of fiction and storytelling.

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Russia Flag This quote is written / told by Regina Spektor somewhere between February 18, 1980 and today. She was a famous Musician from Russia. The author also have 21 other quotes.

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