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I tried to use words that were dealing with the emotional quality that any human being could recognize in the way that t
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"I tried to use words that were dealing with the emotional quality that any human being could recognize in the way that they felt about their country. It's to do with the world we live in. That world is a brutal one and full of war. It's also full of many wonderful things and love and hope"

- P. J. Harvey

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In this quote, P. J. Harvey describes her intent behind choosing particular words in her music. She wanted to record the psychological essence that all human beings can connect to when it pertains to their feelings towards their country. She believes that this is a reflection of the world we reside in, which is both harsh and filled with dispute, however likewise has minutes of beauty, love, and optimism. By utilizing these words, she wants to communicate the complex and diverse nature of our world and the series of feelings that it stimulates in us. Ultimately, her goal is to produce a deeper understanding and connection between people through her music.

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United Kingdom Flag This quote is written / told by P. J. Harvey somewhere between October 9, 1969 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from United Kingdom. The author also have 16 other quotes.

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