Good morning Quote by Don Cornelius
“Somebody had to come along and do the format better than we were doing; that didnt happen. Nobody came along to take our place. And remember there wasnt the exposure back then for artists like you have today. Today youre going from Jay-Z and Eminem on 'Letterman' to 'Good Morning America' to The View to 'Oprah.' There are lots of places for singers to go now. Many of the stars we had didnt have any place else to go, except our show for the kind of music they were doing.”
About This Quote
Source TV Show: Soul Train, 1971‑2006
The speaker laments missed opportunities for better formats and greater exposure for artists, noting modern media offers many platforms unlike the past.
In simple terms: Missed chances for better formats and more exposure for artists.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and create new platforms for talent.
Themes
media evolution
artist exposure
platforms
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
observational
media commentary
When to use this quote
- Television production
- music promotion
- career development
- media strategy
Key Concepts
Cultural shift
industry dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can emerging artists leverage multiple media today?
- What responsibilities do producers have to innovate?
A Different Perspective
New platforms still face competition and gatekeeping.
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