But recently I began to feel that maybe I wouldn't be able to do what I want to do and need to do with American musicians, who are imprisoned behind these bars music's got these bars and measures you know.

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's realization that they may face limitations when collaborating with American musicians due to the rigid structures and rules of music. The phrase "imprisoned behind these bars and measures" suggests a sense of restriction and lack of artistic freedom that the speaker finds limiting. It implies that their creative vision and desired approach might not align with the conventional practices and norms of American musicianship. Consequently, the quote hints at potential challenges and the need for alternative avenues to pursue their artistic goals.

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