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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

  • career planning
  • comparing artists
  • industry analysis

Putting it to work

  • marketing
  • publicity
  • branding

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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