Originality implies being bold enough to go beyond accepted norms.
Stuart Hall was an utterly unique figure. Although he arrived at the age of 19 from Jamaica and spent the rest of his life here, he never felt at home in Britain. This juxtaposition was a crucial source of his strength and originality. Because of his colour and origin, he saw the country differently - not as a native, but as an outsider.
Even in literature and art, no man who bothers about originality will ever be original: whereas if you simply try to tell the truth (without caring twopence how often it has been told before) you will, nine times out of ten, become original without ever having noticed it.
Originality is independence, not rebellion; it is sincerity, not antagonism.
Originality depends only on the character of the drawing and the vision peculiar to each artist.
The British feel of blues has been hard, rather than emotional. Far too much emphasis on 12 bar, too little attention to words, far too little originality.
Millions of men have lived to fight, build palaces and boundaries, shape destinies and societies; but the compelling force of all times has been the force of originality and creation profoundly affecting the roots of human spirit.
Cinema reflects culture and there is no harm in adapting technology, but not at the cost of losing your originality.
Some writers confuse authenticity, which they ought always to aim at, with originality, which they should never bother about.
In this world, one thing you should definitely strive for is originality. Just be who you are, and be your own person. That's what will make you stand out.