I think the original, 'They're the next Jane's Addiction' things that people said about us in the beginning have been pretty much wiped out.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Early comparisons to other bands faded as the artist established a unique identity over time.
- In plain terms
- People stopped comparing the band to others once they made their own mark.
- What can you take from it?
- Consistency and time help define your own identity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do early comparisons shape public perception?
- When did you feel seen for your own identity?
Another view
It assumes all comparisons are negative or limiting.
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