Stop trying to treat music like it's a tennis shoe, something to be branded. If the music industry wants to save money, they should take a look at some of their six-figure executive expense accounts. All those lawsuits can't be cheap, either.
Interpretation
Music should be valued for its artistic expression, not commercialized like merchandise.
Jeff Tweedy's quote critiques the commercialization of music, urging for a deeper appreciation of the artistry involved rather than viewing it merely as a product. He highlights the financial mismanagement within the music industry, suggesting that prioritizing genuine musical value over branding and excessive executive spending would serve the industry better.
In practice
In a speech about the importance of music education, one might quote this to emphasize authentic art over commercial interests.
You obviously don't really forget how to play the old songs; you just don't have to spend so much time convincing yourself that you remember them. Way less mental energy is spent swimming around in lyrics you've already written and chords you've already played.
Treating your audience like thieves is absurd. Anyone who chooses to listen to our music becomes a collaborator.
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There's no way that music could ever go down the tubes. I can't imagine a civilization without music. When you realize today that music is such a part of people's lives. And will always be, really.
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