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Thats one of the problems with making music your business, it becomes a business. Youre no longer just this kid who is a
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"That's one of the problems with making music your business, it becomes a business. You're no longer just this kid who is a fan and going to see every show. I've been in a bar every night for the last 15 years. Going to see bands for me is work"

- Mojo Nixon

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This quote by Mojo Nixon speaks with the problem of making a career out of music. It can be hard to preserve the very same enthusiasm for music when it becomes a task. Nixon speaks to the fact that he has remained in a bar every night for the last 15 years, which indicates that he has been working in the music market for that long. He also speaks to the reality that he is no longer simply a fan, however rather somebody who is working in the industry. This quote speaks with the difficulty of keeping a passion for music when it ends up being a task. It can be challenging to remain inspired and passionate when music is no longer just a pastime, however a task. It is necessary to bear in mind to require time to take pleasure in music and value it for what it is, even when it is a job.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Mojo Nixon somewhere between August 2, 1957 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 1 other quotes.

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