Like books and black lives - albums still matter. Tonight and always.
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When I started playing music, people weren't selling 5 million records. That was not the standard; that was not the focus.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote highlights how the music industry has changed over time, moving from an era of lower sales to one where high sales are the norm.
In this quote, Prince reflects on the evolution of the music industry, noting that when he began his career, achieving sales of five million records was not commonplace. This emphasizes the idea that success in the music business has shifted dramatically, with a greater focus now on commercial success rather than artistic integrity.
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In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used during a music industry panel discussion to highlight the challenges artists face today.
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