Seventy percent of what I write, I throw out. I can write very easily, but writing original things is the hard bit.
Meaning of the quote
Writing something new and unique is really tough, even for talented writers. Mike Rutherford, an English musician, says that he ends up throwing away 70% of what he writes because it's not original enough. He can write quickly, but coming up with fresh, creative ideas is the hardest part. Even experienced writers struggle to produce truly original content most of the time.
About Mike Rutherford
Mike Rutherford, a founding member of the iconic rock band Genesis, is a talented guitarist, bassist, and songwriter. He has written some of the band’s biggest hits and even launched his own successful solo project, Mike + the Mechanics, earning him prestigious awards like the Ivor Novello Award and two Grammys.
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