This brings us to the subject of our personal inspiration. Without this resource, our music would be routine and, obviously, uninspired. The word inspire has as it's root meaning the intake of breath. Without breath, we die. The breath of life is the most singularly important thing we need.
Music is the same.
The inspiration we derive from various types of music, great players, the sunrise or sunset, the moon and the stars all contribute to pushing us to a higher level. The listener needs this as well. This is what uplifts their lives and gives them cause to celebrate life through music. The biggest compliment any musician can get is that they were inspiring to listen to. We all need role models or mentors.