You see all those empty seats? That's not who we play for -- we play for you. I want you to remember we won't forget you -- so don't you forget about us.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Performers play for the audience, not empty seats, asking mutual remembrance and loyalty.
- In plain terms
- We play for you, not the void; remember us too.
- What can you take from it?
- Value the connection over the crowd size.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who plays for you?
Another view
It assumes mutual loyalty is feasible.
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