Bad thing Quote by Margaret Cho
“If you're a songwriter, you want to write a song like "Oh Yeah" that radically shifts everything. You can definitely retire on that song. You want to have something you can put in your songbook that everybody can recognize, whether it's a good or bad thing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Margaret Cho Show, 2015
A songwriter aims to craft a universally recognizable hit that can sustain a career, regardless of its artistic merit.
In simple terms: Songwriters seek a universally known hit for lasting success.
Key Takeaway
Focus on creating memorable, relatable music.
Themes
creativity
commercialism
music industry
Mood
ambitious
pragmatic
Type
musical
industry
When to use this quote
- music production
- marketing
- live performance
- playlist curation
Key Concepts
songwriting
branding
cultural impact
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance should artists strike between art and commerce?
- Is a "hit" always beneficial?
A Different Perspective
Prioritizing mass appeal can dilute artistic authenticity.
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