I am especially proud that I have been recognized as a songwriter with the BMI award I received in 1989. You see, it is one thing to be able to sing and entertain, and another completely different one to be recognized as a songwriter. Songwriters are sometimes the 'unsung heroes' of music making and it takes a lot of insight and community awareness to be able to write songs that appeal to the masses.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She values being recognized as a songwriter, noting that writing songs requires insight and awareness beyond performance.
- In plain terms
- She is proud to be recognized as a songwriter because writing takes more insight than just singing.
- What can you take from it?
- Songwriting is a distinct skill from performing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What craft are you proud of?
- Who are the unsung heroes in your field?
Another view
Public recognition does not always reflect the true value of work.
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