It's great when you play to an audience that knows the words to all your songs, and sings them back to you.
Chris CornellRead
If you wanna make money in music, you're better off being on the business end of it a lot of the time. And also as a musician, if you do make money, it means you had to bite and scratch and kick the whole way to not get ripped off, because at every corner, there's somebody there waiting to trip you up and take a bigger chunk.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Success in the music industry often requires business savvy and tenacity to avoid being exploited.
In this quote, Chris Cornell emphasizes the harsh realities of the music industry, suggesting that musicians must not only focus on their art but also engage with the business side to ensure they are not taken advantage of. He highlights the necessity of being proactive and shrewd, as there are constant challenges and potential pitfalls that can result in financial loss.
Themes
MusicBusinessSuccessMoneyIndustry
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech at a music industry seminar to highlight the importance of understanding the business side of music.
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