We have a problem with any labels that people try to hang on us, because all it does is drag you down.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- External labels restrict artists and prevent them from moving forward.
- In plain terms
- Labels hold bands back instead of helping them.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid letting others define your identity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What labels have been placed on you?
- How do you define your own work?
Another view
Some labels help audiences find your work.
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