I didn't realise how commercially successful she might be. I thought of her more really, I suppose, in the terms of someone like Joni Mitchell - the level of a lady who's very talented, but would appeal to a more esoteric audience. But she had different ideas.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker acknowledges underestimating another artist's commercial success compared to their niche appeal.
- In plain terms
- I thought she would only appeal to a small audience, but she became very popular.
- What can you take from it?
- Artists can surprise you with their reach.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define success?
- Can art be popular and deep?
Another view
Commercial success does not guarantee artistic quality.
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