'When I make an album I take a lot of risks. I ignore the trends of the moment and one of the things I have to think of when making an album like this is the honesty of it. To connect. It goes against the grain. It's nice to know I can go against the grain.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker values artistic honesty over following current trends. They find satisfaction in making work that is authentic even if it goes against the grain.
- In plain terms
- I prioritize honesty over trends when making albums.
- What can you take from it?
- Creating authentic work is more important than following trends.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you balance authenticity with popularity?
- What risks do you take in your work?
Another view
Sometimes following trends is necessary to build an audience or secure funding.
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