Carole & Tuesday follows two aspiring musicians, Carole Stanley and Tuesday Simmons, as they navigate the music industry on a terraformed Mars.
The series explores themes of authenticity, human connection, and defiance against societal control, contrasting organic creativity with AI-driven commercialization.
This curated list highlights pivotal quotes that define character arcs and the show’s core message about music’s transformative power.
Don’t worry about tomorrow’s dust storm today
Episode 3 (Fire and Rain)
Carole Stanley
Carole’s pragmatic optimism grounds Tuesday during early struggles, symbolizing their resilience.
I’ve been emotionless ever since I was a child—so much so that people have always told me I’m like a robot
Episode 20 (Immigrant Song)
Tao
Tao’s admission reveals his drive to create emotionally resonant AI music, contrasting with Carole and Tuesday’s authenticity.
The only one who can surpass me is me
Episode 3 (Fire and Rain)
Johnny Ertegun
Ertegun’s mantra reflects his narcissistic persona, critiquing the industry’s obsession with self-branding.
Ertegun is the highest-earning DJ on Mars. An Ertegun without money is no Ertegun at all
Episode 17 (Head Over Heels)
Johnny Ertegun
Highlights his identity crisis, questioning the value of fame versus artistic integrity.
Forgetting who I am? In no timeline would that ever happen!
Episode 19 (Not Available)
Johnny Ertegun
Ertegun’s defiant pride underscores his character’s tragicomic resistance to change.
The world is set to start changing rapidly. And as far as I can tell, not in a good way
Episode 21 (It’s Too Late)
Crystal
Crystal’s warning foreshadows Mars’ political turmoil, urging art as resistance.
Real music emerges when musicians harmonize perfectly. It’s a divine moment
Episode 21 (It’s Too Late)
Tobe
Tobe’s wisdom validates Carole and Tuesday’s collaborative spirit against industry cynicism.
Freedom that others give you is shit. The only real freedom is the one you seize by yourself
Episode 24 (A Change Is Gonna Come)
Tobe
A rallying cry for self-determination, mirroring Tuesday’s rebellion against her mother.
It’s enough to have that one person I want to truly convey my feelings to
Episode 15 (God Only Knows)
Desmond
Desmond’s dying words emphasize music’s role in bridging isolation, inspiring the duo.
I’m Ezekiel. I’ve come this far by wearing a mask and becoming stronger
Episode 21 (It’s Too Late)
Amer Souleyman
Amer’s alias reflects his survival in a prejudiced society, paralleling Carole’s refugee roots.
You filmed yourselves and uploaded it to the internet to get famous
Episode 7 (Show Me the Way)
Unnamed Critic
Critiques the girls’ naivety, contrasting their idealism with industry exploitation.
Move Mountains couldn’t be farther from Carole & Tuesday’s discography
Episode 9 (Dancing Queen)
Narrator (Contextual)
Angela’s AI-crafted hit embodies the sterile perfection Carole and Tuesday reject.
Are you okay being on camera?
Episode 7 (Show Me the Way)
Carole Stanley
Exposes Tuesday’s internal conflict between visibility and her mother’s political agenda.
Tuesday has her own life to live
Episode 24 (A Change Is Gonna Come)
Valerie Simmons
Valerie’s reluctant acceptance marks her daughter’s triumph over familial control.
We’re heading for a world where you have to live quietly in darkness
Episode 21 (It’s Too Late)
Crystal
Urges artists to counter oppression through defiant creativity, a series thesis.
Lost My Way
Episode 11 (With or Without You)
Song Title (Performed by Carole & Tuesday)
Their semifinal performance embodies perseverance through physical and emotional pain.
The Loneliest Girl
Episode 12 (We’ve Only Just Begun)
Song Title (Performed by Carole & Tuesday)
Anthem for marginalized voices, cementing their role as symbols of hope.
All I want from life is a real dog, and real music
Episode 21 (It’s Too Late)
Tobe
Reinforces the series’ core theme: authenticity in art and life.
You have to seize freedom
Episode 24 (A Change Is Gonna Come)
Tobe (Contextual)
Finale’s rallying cry unites Mars’ artists against authoritarianism.
That moment would come to you two. And that moment is now
Episode 21 (It’s Too Late)
Tobe
Tobe’s prophetic words affirm Carole and Tuesday’s growth as artists, marking their transition into musical icons.
This world isn’t easy to live in, but I can’t let every little thing bring me down
Episode Unknown
Carole Stanley
Carole’s resilience reflects her survivalist mindset, inspiring hope amid adversity.
The song should be a light in the darkness
Episode 22 (Just Like Heaven)
Crystal
Crystal emphasizes art’s role as a beacon during turbulent times, reinforcing the series’ central theme.
Musicians from all over Mars sing together in a show of solidarity
Episode 23 (Don’t Stop Believin’)
Narrator (Contextual)
The event symbolizes unity and resistance against oppression, culminating in the “Seven-Minute Miracle.”
Valerie withdraws her candidacy for president upon finding out the truth about Jerry
Episode 24 (A Change Is Gonna Come)
Narrator (Contextual)
Tuesday’s confrontation with her mother leads to political change, showcasing her courage and conviction.
I don’t care if they don’t reach him. If my feelings are real, I know many people will empathize
Episode 15 (God Only Knows)
Desmond
Desmond’s vulnerability underscores music’s power to connect deeply, even in isolation.
