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I think it was to make really good music and give…

“I think it was to make really good music and give something to the people that, you know what I am saying, buy the music. I know that may sound f***ing corny, but that's what I wanted to do. It's a deep thing when you make millions off others buying your music. Artists, we owe it to the people, we…” quote by Irv Gotti
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“I think it was to make really good music and give something to the people that, you know what I am saying, buy the music. I know that may sound f***ing corny, but that's what I wanted to do. It's a deep thing when you make millions off others buying your music. Artists, we owe it to the people, we have to go to the record studio and put out great albums. I hate hearing bullsh*t records, I hate hearing that, I ask how could they have released this? How could they do that to the people? Especially bullsh*t albums that sell.”

Irv Gotti

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The artist feels a responsibility to create quality music and is frustrated by low‑quality releases that succeed commercially.

In simple terms: Artists should prioritize quality over profit.

Key Takeaway

Create music with integrity.

Themes

artistry responsibility authenticity

Mood

frustrated passionate

Type

critical reflective

When to use this quote

  • record label decisions
  • album production
  • music criticism
  • fan expectations

Key Concepts

creative integrity consumer trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance artistic standards with market pressure?
  • What role should listeners play in demanding quality?
A Different Perspective

Commercial success does not guarantee artistic merit.

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