The songs are inspired by my experiences. Sometimes they are more than my real-life and, conversely, my life is more than just my songs. – Melissa Etheridge
If a songs about something Ive experienced or that couldve happened to me its good. But if its alien to me, I couldnt lend anything to it. Because thats what soul is all about. – Aretha Franklin
Many Japanese painters and calligraphers would change their names intentionally to keep their relationship to the art always fresh. This way, others expectations can be avoided. – Tina Weymouth