Artist Quote by Goldlink
“I guess rap has such a bad name, because everybody can do it now, and that's probably why people don't want to be considered as rappers anymore, they're not taken seriously anymore. But yeah, rap is definitely the core of what I want to do. But I'm also an artist so I try to do as many things as I can, but I always keep rap in the equation.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Music Industry, 2022
Rap’s reputation suffers due to overexposure, yet it remains central to artistic identity; diversify while keeping rap core.
In simple terms: Rap is undervalued but vital to him.
Key Takeaway
Balance rap with other artistic pursuits.
Themes
music
identity
culture
Mood
reflective
determined
Type
artistic
motivational
When to use this quote
- studio work
- collaborations
- public speaking
Key Concepts
rap
artistic diversification
industry perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you maintain authenticity while expanding?
- What defines “real” rap today?
A Different Perspective
Focusing on rap may limit broader artistic growth.
![“I mean, it's not just the rappers, you know what i'm saying? People want to attack anybody that's a large figure, you know what I'm saying? They did it to [Michael] Jordan, they did it to [Mike] Tyson, they did it to Bill Cosby, you know what I'm saying? They're gonna' attack you if you on top.” quote by The Notorious B.I.G](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac8/the-notorious-b-i-g-8034_attack_i-mean-it-s-not-just-the-rappers-you-kno_27728.jpg)
