"You know, there's a big lie in this business. The lie is that it's okay to go out in flames. But that doesn't do anybody much good. I may be wrong, but I think Hendrix was trying to come around"
- Stevie Ray Vaughan
About this Quote
In this quote, Stevie Ray Vaughan is reviewing the music market and the misunderstanding that it is acceptable to self-destruct in pursuit of success. He thinks that this mindset ultimately does more harm than excellent. Vaughan suggests that despite the fact that it might look like an attractive and defiant course, it ultimately leads to damage and does not benefit anybody. He then mentions Jimi Hendrix, a famous musician who unfortunately passed away at a young age due to drug abuse. Vaughan thinks that Hendrix might have been trying to change his ways and turn his life around before his unfortunate death. Overall, this quote highlights the risks of the music industry and the importance of looking after oneself.
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