why do some people think being a musician is a waste of time?

[replika]

just asking.

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Bing Chillin

[Xero_Daxter]

It’s not. I sing as a hobby and if people have a problem with it then that’s on them. I don’t bash on other people on their hobbies. As long as you’re not hurting anyone then it’s fine.

[Tristin]

Ursprungligen skrivet av xeraxx:

why do some people think being a musician is a waste of time?

just asking.

What, the people who believe that they got all the answers?

[ktulu84]

it is a waste of time if you are aiming to make money from it

[Yew Nough]

Making music is great.

That being said: There's rarely good money in it.

Like all art, if you enjoy creating it: Definitely do it.
Money should be an afterthought.

[Xero_Daxter]

Ursprungligen skrivet av Ktulu84:

it is a waste of time if you are aiming to make money from it

Basically.

There is a different on making music as a hobby and quitting your day job and making music for a living.

[Duck Twacy]

Ursprungligen skrivet av xeraxx:

just asking.

A waste of time? Not if it's your passion.

Some people on a Federal level tried to turn me into a heavy metal rockstar. A well known entertainer successfully steered me towards film and TV, and I hated it. I wanted to go into science, but this individual had other plans.

I love music like a lot of other people, but I have no desire to compose nor perform it. But I don't think it's a waste of time. Nor is writing for old school scifi games, like I wanted to do years and years ago.

i'm super tempted to name drop, but will beg off, and say that a lot of people wanted to make me more of a musician and performing artist, but I didn't want to go into music. But I don't think it's a waste of time. If that's your thing, then go for it.

[Bassturd]

I think it depends on the type of person you are. Some people think it's a waste, while others treat it like a religion. It's all about who you are on the inside.

Ever since I was a little kid I knew deep down I wanted to learn the guitar and I was obsessed. Other kids wanted video games and I wanted a guitar. I loved music because it called to me. Not everyone else will have had this experience.

[videogames10]

I'll give you a hint:

It would be nice if you would help me make dinner instead of laying on the couch playing that stupid flute.

[jimbalayajones]

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Ursprungligen skrivet av xeraxx:

why do some people think being a musician is a waste of time?

I'll give you a hint:

It would be nice if you could help me make dinner instead of laying on the couch playing that stupid flute.

I read this and laughed...So very true... ;)

[Rumpelcrutchskin]

Nothing you do in life that makes you happy is waste of time, other people can go to hell.

[TwisterCat]

Well, you can lose a lot in life, but you can't lose music!

Huh? What's that? The Last of Us 2 ending? What do you mean? What about it? Oh no...

[意味のない人生]

For the most part, I think those kinds of comments are referring to how difficult and unstable the life of a professional musician can be. It's generally not a very secure way to make a living.

Learning and practicing music is a great hobby, however, and one that everyone should try if they have any inclination whatsoever to do so. Few of us will be able to make a career out of it though, sadly.

[tmwfte]

Art is a waste of time. Entertainment? Child's play. Real, serious people get a hair cut and get a real job. Contribute to society through a manual trade or science or the stock market. No time for lollygagging.

[c Z p]

Ursprungligen skrivet av xeraxx:

just asking.

because they can't do it.

Ursprungligen skrivet av Xero_Daxter:

It’s not. I sing as a hobby and if people have a problem with it then that’s on them. I don’t bash on other people on their hobbies. As long as you’re not hurting anyone then it’s fine.

this.
what do you like singing, fellow bard?
ps: no worries if it's too personal