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“My Dad used to say that the balance of the world relied on all of the monks who were living outside of society in creative isolation. I don't quite understand the ascetic life or the private life or the monastic private life. But I definitely understand privacy's value.”

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Sufjan Stevens

Sufjan Stevens, born on July 1, 1975, is an accomplished American singer-songwriter. His music style blends folk, electronic, and classical elements, known for his unique creative talent and artistic expression. Stevens' songs often delve into themes of personal emotion, social phenomena, and religious beliefs, enjoying great popularity among fans. more

“"Animal" is my favorite song because it's a reminder for me every night when I step on to stage that I am no longer a slave to fear. It's something I need to be reminded of constantly because fear is relentless. It will always continue to swing at me and this song is my armor and defense. It's my anthem in a sense to say fear will not hinder me anymore.”

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“If you perform on a stage or you sing a song, it's like you sing your song, and then the words go into the air, and then they go into somebody's body through their ears, so it's kind of like penetrating somebody. It's kind of like having sex with somebody - but, obviously, from a great distance.”

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“In a song you can kind of stage-manage everything so that it puts you in a good light. And once a song is recorded, it always performs well.”

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