If people come up to me, I'm going to be nice to them…
“If people come up to me, I'm going to be nice to them. Essentially, the assumption is that they support what I do. If I met someone I'd be like, "Hey, I respect your art or your work," and then that's it - let's not go beyond that. But sometimes people are like, "What's going on, man?" "I'm on the street, and we've never met before."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Music Industry Podcast, 2022
Treat strangers with respect, assuming supportive intent, but keep interactions brief and surface-level.
In simple terms: Be polite, stay distant.
Key Takeaway
Maintain courteous boundaries.
Themes
social etiquette
professionalism
personal boundaries
Mood
practical
neutral
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- networking events
- public interactions
- online comments
- customer service
Key Concepts
respect
limited engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- When is deeper engagement appropriate?
- How do you balance respect with authenticity?
A Different Perspective
May overlook deeper connections or trust building.