So writing a song is much harder than doing a classical piece for me, because in a classical piece, I can just let the mood dictate what’s going to happen.
Meaning of the quote
Composing a song is more challenging for Glenn Danzig than writing a classical piece. In a classical piece, he can simply let the emotion guide the music, but when writing a song, he has to work harder to create the right mood and structure.
About Glenn Danzig
Glenn Danzig, the iconic American singer, songwriter, and musician, is the founder of the influential rock bands Misfits, Samhain, and Danzig. His diverse musical career has spanned punk rock, heavy metal, and various other genres, earning him recognition as one of the greatest singers of all time.
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