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“I'm always tempted to say, 'Nah, that won't work.' But I think you should be willing to try ideas out before saying no. Be open-minded.”

Quote by Issa Rae

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Issa Rae

Issa Rae, born on January 12, 1985, is a talented American writer, actress, and producer. She gained widespread acclaim for her role and writing in the Netflix series 'Insecure,' which showcases the lives of modern African-American women. Rae is known for her humorous and poignant storytelling style. more

“We're in a very competitive industry, and sometimes the bigger Hollywood things are not so risk takey. I find myself mostly existing in this weirdo indie world, which I feel really comfortable being in. The thing that motivates me the most is to try to do something way different than the last thing that I did.”

World Trying Different Sometimes Risk Weirdo

Author:Addison Timlin

“I want to be very authentic when I perform, because I feel like I owe that to people listening. You can't go through the motions on music like this. You are making people feel a certain way, that you are not feeling yourself. It's like saying "I want you guys to cry, but I don't really care," which isn't right.”

People Feelings Care Guy Cry Listening I Want You

Author:William Fitzsimmons

“I am saying what comes out, because I'm really not a methodical writer. I'm not a good building writer, where you are like "well, I going to make a song today, and I think it will be a pop song." Some people are great at it and it's beautiful. If I am feeling musical and I pick up the guitar, usually something will eventually come out and I'll see where it goes.”

People Thinking Feelings Today Beautiful Song Building Musical Pop Song

Author:William Fitzsimmons

“The advice is, go slow and take your time with it. That works to my benefit.”

Advice Take Your Time

Author:William Fitzsimmons