Able Quote by Corey Smith

“There are a lot of people who talk about a formula for being able to start a fan base. But for me, it's been about songs and just being hard on myself as a writer, feeling like there is a purpose to it all.” quote by Corey Smith — Download Open image

“There are a lot of people who talk about a formula for being able to start a fan base. But for me, it's been about songs and just being hard on myself as a writer, feeling like there is a purpose to it all.”

Corey Smith

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The most important thing is writing songs that resonate and giving people a chance to listen to them.

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I don't worry so much about whether people are buying my music or getting it for free.

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