Have you listened to the radio lately? Have you heard the canned, frozen and processed product being dished up to the world as American popular music today?
From Billy Joel
Why do musicians give so much time to charitable causes? The most humanitarian cause that we can give our time to is the creation and performance of music itself.
I'd rather laugh with the sinners than cry with the saints - the sinners are much more fun.
There's nothing better than good sex. But bad sex? A peanut butter and jelly sandwich is better than bad sex.
We are living in a time when American popular music is finally being recognized as one of our most successful exports. The demand is huge.
In an age of incompetence, I've been able to last in this crazy business. I actually know how to play my ax and write a song. That's my job.
I've crashed my car three times.
Don't make music for some vast, unseen audience or market or ratings share or even for something as tangible as money. Though it's crucial to make a living, that shouldn't be your inspiration. Do it for yourself.
I am, as I've said, merely competent. But in an age of incompetence, that makes me extraordinary.
You're not the only one who's made mistakes, but they're the only things that you can truly call your own.
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