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Jack Johnson

Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin

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Breathing in, Breathing Out

The process of writing songs has evolved over time. Initially, there was an outpouring of ideas, with a surplus of songs to choose from. As more albums were created, the collection of available songs diminished, leading to a need to start from scratch. This realization brought about an awareness of the creative process, likened to the concept of inhaling and exhaling. The analogy suggests that periods of creativity must be balanced with periods of rejuvenation and gathering new experiences. This led to a shift in perspective, allowing the artist to embrace the necessity of 'inhaling' by immersing in life experiences, reading, and taking time away from music, ultimately transforming into an enjoyable part of the creative cycle.

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