Bullshit Quote by Nas
![“I think you gotta always do things that keep you excited in an [rap music] industry that's so bullshit. When you know that you have so much energy and so much to give, it would be a shame if the facilitators of that aren't enthusiastic about you doing it, because you've been doing it for so long…” quote by Nas](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/aff/nas-650_bullshit_i-think-you-gotta-always-do-things-that_1957227.jpg)
“I think you gotta always do things that keep you excited in an [rap music] industry that's so bullshit. When you know that you have so much energy and so much to give, it would be a shame if the facilitators of that aren't enthusiastic about you doing it, because you've been doing it for so long. So you just gotta figure out ways in this insane business to keep it fresh.”
About This Quote
Source Song: “Life’s a Bitch” (album Illmatic, 1994)
Artists must continually seek excitement and authenticity in a cynical industry, despite external indifference.
In simple terms: Stay excited and fresh in a tough music business.
Key Takeaway
Keep passion alive despite industry fatigue.
Themes
creativity
resilience
authenticity
Mood
motivational
realistic
Type
inspirational
candid
When to use this quote
- songwriting
- performances
- career longevity
Key Concepts
artistic drive
industry pressure
Questions to Reflect On
- What fresh ideas keep you motivated?
- How do you handle lack of support?
A Different Perspective
Industry apathy can stifle motivation.
![“I wouldn't mind gigging around the same era as Jesus, after he gives his speech about the meek and how blessed they are and all that type of bullshit, going up there and doing a flat 20 [minutes]. I reckon I'd have better stagecraft and presence than Jesus. Yea, I'm a better stand-up comedian than…” quote by Jim Jefferies](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0fb/jim-jefferies-8092_blessed_i-wouldn-t-mind-gigging-around-the-same_24477.jpg)
