Commodity Quote by Michelle Shocked
“Music is not a commodity, it's a resource.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music Industry Talk, 1995, USA
She frames music as a tool for expression and societal benefit, not just a product for profit.
In simple terms: Music is a resource, not a commodity.
Key Takeaway
Use music to enrich communities.
Themes
art
culture
resource
economics
community
creativity
Mood
inspirational
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- education programs
- community events
- public broadcasting
- artist collaborations
Key Concepts
Value of art
social impact
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists maintain integrity in a profit‑driven market?
- What policies support music as a public good?
A Different Perspective
Commercial pressures can undermine music’s communal value.
