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“I was invited to L.A. when I was 16 for a weekend-long songwriting session by a writer I had met through my voice teacher in Pittsburgh. My first hit, 'Hide Away,' was one of the songs written during those sessions. It was played for a radio rep who then started a new label; the song got a pretty…” quote by Daya
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“I was invited to L.A. when I was 16 for a weekend-long songwriting session by a writer I had met through my voice teacher in Pittsburgh. My first hit, 'Hide Away,' was one of the songs written during those sessions. It was played for a radio rep who then started a new label; the song got a pretty organic start at radio and then took off.”

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About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast with Daya, 2020

Early opportunities and networking can launch a career when talent meets chance.

In simple terms: Chance and talent together start success.

Key Takeaway

Leverage early chances and stay ready.

Themes

career music networking

Mood

hopeful determined

Type

inspirational personal

When to use this quote

  • songwriting sessions
  • radio promotion
  • label signing

Key Concepts

industry opportunity breakthrough

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you create more “chance” moments?
  • What networks can you tap now?
A Different Perspective

Success often depends on timing and connections, not just skill.

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