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Brian Eno

Lyrics are the only thing to do with music that haven't been made easier technically.

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Brian Eno is saying that while technology has simplified many aspects of creating music, writing lyrics remains a complex and challenging task. Unlike producing sounds or mixing tracks, crafting meaningful words still requires personal creativity and skill without technical shortcuts.

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