"If anyone asks you what kind of music you play, tell him 'pop.' Don't tell him 'rock'n'roll' or they won't even let you in the hotel"
- Buddy Holly
About this Quote
In this quote, Buddy Holly is advising artists to identify their music as "pop" if they are asked about their genre. He warns against utilizing the term "rock 'n' roll" as it might result in being denied entry to a hotel. This might be due to the unfavorable connotations related to rock 'n' roll at the time, such as rebelliousness and wild behavior. By determining as pop, Holly recommends that musicians might have a much better opportunity of being accepted and welcomed into facilities. This quote highlights the societal attitudes towards various categories of music and the value of understanding in the music market.
This quote is written / told by Buddy Holly between September 7, 1936 and February 3, 1959. He was a famous Musician from USA.
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