Whoa, this really resonates with me. I like the dancing metaphor and I like the idea of dancing to one's own tune.

I realised I could dance to my own tune, and that everyone has a tune and that if we all danced to our own tunes, the world would be a wonderfully expressive place.

Amen to that, brother. You might be interested to hear how I've been thinking about this for a long time with regard to my music; for years I've been learning, copying, covering, and playing in the shadow of a greater musician. Since I went solo, I've become much more expressive and often am surprised by what comes out.

And when drunk punters ask me to dance to their tune, I can get quite shirty with them now without fear.

I'd never have taken you as one who dances only to the tunes of others. I've always enjoyed the music you play and to have been able to dance to it as much as I have has been a great privilege. I hope to do more of it soon!