Going Quote by John Gourley
“You can never really know what a record's going to be.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music magazine, 2013
Predicting a record’s success is impossible; uncertainty is inherent in creative outcomes.
In simple terms: Success is unpredictable.
Accept uncertainty in creative work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- album releases
- songwriting sessions
- marketing launches
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you cope with unpredictable outcomes?
- What strategies mitigate creative risk?
May cause anxiety for artists.