Music Quote by Shinsuke Nakamura
“Before I came to WWE, they sent me samples of all of the entrance music, so I told them, 'I don't use this,' and 'I don't use this,' and, 'Please mix music with violin,' and they would make samples, and I would give my opinion, and this would go back and forth until, finally, they made 'The Rising Sun,' and I was really happy to have that.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: WWE backstage interview, 2016
He collaborated closely with music producers, repeatedly rejecting samples until the final entrance theme matched his artistic vision, especially incorporating violin.
In simple terms: He worked with producers to craft a unique entrance theme, insisting on violin elements.
Insist on creative input to shape your personal brand.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- WWE entrance music creation
- personal branding
- artist-producer negotiations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal artistic preferences with audience expectations?
- What compromises are acceptable in collaborative creation?
Balancing personal taste with commercial expectations can be challenging.