Quote by Voltaire (FranÃ§oisMarie Arouet)

You must have the devil in you to succeed in the arts.

You must have the devil in you to succeed in the arts.

Summary

This quote suggests that achieving success in the arts requires a certain level of rebelliousness or unconventional thinking. It implies that one must possess a certain audacity or fearless approach to challenge norms and push boundaries. The reference to having the "devil" in oneself suggests that to excel in the arts, one must possess a spark of nonconformity, a willingness to take risks, and a refusal to conform to societal expectations. Overall, this quote stresses the importance of embracing one's inner rebellious spirit in order to thrive creatively.

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By Voltaire (FranÃ§oisMarie Arouet)

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