Bad Quote by Mannie Fresh
“I've had some bad business lessons and learned some things. It's not always about going platinum. So long as I know who is buying my records and I generate revenue that's mine, then it's cool.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music Business, Mannie Fresh, 2018
Success is measured by owning revenue and knowing the audience, not just chart rankings.
In simple terms: Revenue ownership matters more than hits.
Focus on audience and revenue ownership.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- artist management
- independent label
- marketing strategy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance profit and creativity?
- What steps ensure revenue ownership?
Revenue focus can neglect artistic growth.