"I realised that the only time I really enjoyed music was when I was in the studio writing. So even though it was a six album deal, they saw quite early on that I wasn't enjoying it as I should be. I didn't feel there was anything behind it"
- Adam Rickitt
About this Quote
In this quote, Adam Rickitt assesses his experience in the music market and how he pertained to the realization that the only time he really enjoyed making music was when he was in the studio writing. Despite being signed to a six album offer, Rickitt's record label noticed early on that he wasn't fully invested in his music and wasn't delighting in the procedure as much as he must be. He confesses that he didn't feel any passion or real connection to the music he was developing, and this absence of authenticity ultimately caused his departure from the industry. This quote highlights the importance of discovering pleasure and fulfillment in one's work, rather than merely going through the motions for the sake of success.
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