As long as there are innocent nickels to be made from the gullible, Python-starved public, I shall be out there dressed in silly frocks and singing filthy lyrics. I'm coming your way in search of ancient dollars.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Idle vows to keep performing silly acts to profit from a public eager for nostalgic entertainment.
- In plain terms
- He will continue making funny performances to make money from fans.
- What can you take from it?
- Entertainers exploit nostalgia for profit.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does art become commerce?
- Should entertainers cater to fans?
Another view
Selling out can damage artistic integrity.
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