Music is my main goal, but I'm not going to rush a record out. There are so many actors who have come out with albums these days. I don't want to do it because it's the thing to do. I want to wait until the time is right.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The artist prioritizes artistic readiness over market pressure to release music quickly.
- In plain terms
- I'll release music only when I'm ready, not because it's trendy.
- What can you take from it?
- Don't rush creative work for fame.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What balances readiness with relevance?
- How do you know when a work is ready?
Another view
Delaying may cause missed commercial opportunities.
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