Quote by Shirley Manson

And then there's all these other creeps that surround your band and suck off you like leeches and try to manipulate you and your business. You have to watch like a hawk. I'm always ready to fight. I see it very much as a battle.

And then there's all these other creeps that surround your b

Summary

This quote highlights the challenges faced by musicians in dealing with individuals who exploit and manipulate them for personal gain. The speaker emphasizes the need to remain vigilant and ready to protect oneself and one's artistic business from such "creeps." Viewing these interactions as a constant battle implies the necessity of defending one's interests in the music industry, where talented artists can easily be taken advantage of by opportunistic individuals. Overall, this quote sheds light on the harsh reality behind the scenes of the music industry.

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