"When you write, produce, engineer and mix everything yourself, it tends to take a long time to do anything. And when you're a perfectionist little monster, it makes it even harder. But it's a blast and I wouldn't trade the opportunity for all the ice cream sandwiches in the universe."

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Source: In Valleys by Adam Zagajewski, www.newyorker.com. May 2, 2011.

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Adam Young is a musician and songwriter known for his project Owl City, blending electronic music with introspective lyrics that explore themes of resilience and creativity.

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