It is with a heavy heart that I announce that I am quitting music. I don’t know if it’s forever, but it sure feels like it.
For years singing was the greatest joy I knew in life. Song saw me thru many breakups and breakdowns… and I would write to ease the pain.
People always told me I was talented and that I was “gonna be somebody”… and I believed em.
So I started sharing my music bc it made me happy and I wanted to connect with people thru song… but now it’s not enjoyable at all. I am not happy when I sing.
The majority of people have been encouraging, but random comments like “give up” or “kys” is not what I signed up for. I am too sensitive for that. I wish I had thick skin, but I don’t. I guess it comes with the territory. Some people don’t even like Elvis!
But I created what I think is my best record this year and nobody has even listened to it! It all feels impossible.
I feel I am forever banished to be an Eminem meme. Because I would have to release an original song with over 4m views to “beat it” and i don’t think I can! So I feel like creating original music has become completely futile even if it’s a cover.
Even with millions of views, nobody in Nashville has given me a shot to make a real record… so I’m jaded. What is the point? I don’t want to do it anymore. And I don’t like how I sound.
So for my own health and sanity, I am stepping away from music. I’m not looking for sympathy or likes… I just want to express that I’m done making music… at least for now. The guitar has become a rock I can’t pick up… and the microphone feedsback everytime I sing.
I never wanted to be a “star”. I just wanted to express myself and maybe get some type of recognition in my city. It truly breaks my heart to walk away, because I tried so hard, but it still wasn’t enough.
Thanks to all the people who supported me on my musical journey. I appreciate everyone who listened. But I tap out! I gave it my all! And I quit!
LOVERGEIST
It is with a heavy heart that I announce that I am quitting music. I don’t know if it’s forever, but it sure feels like it.
For years singing was the greatest joy I knew in life. Song saw me thru many breakups and breakdowns… and I would write to ease the pain.
People always told me I was talented and that I was “gonna be somebody”… and I believed em.
So I started sharing my music bc it made me happy and I wanted to connect with people thru song… but now it’s not enjoyable at all. I am not happy when I sing.
The majority of people have been encouraging, but random comments like “give up” or “kys” is not what I signed up for. I am too sensitive for that. I wish I had thick skin, but I don’t. I guess it comes with the territory. Some people don’t even like Elvis!
But I created what I think is my best record this year and nobody has even listened to it! It all feels impossible.
I feel I am forever banished to be an Eminem meme. Because I would have to release an original song with over 4m views to “beat it” and i don’t think I can! So I feel like creating original music has become completely futile even if it’s a cover.
Even with millions of views, nobody in Nashville has given me a shot to make a real record… so I’m jaded. What is the point? I don’t want to do it anymore. And I don’t like how I sound.
So for my own health and sanity, I am stepping away from music. I’m not looking for sympathy or likes… I just want to express that I’m done making music… at least for now. The guitar has become a rock I can’t pick up… and the microphone feedsback everytime I sing.
I never wanted to be a “star”. I just wanted to express myself and maybe get some type of recognition in my city. It truly breaks my heart to walk away, because I tried so hard, but it still wasn’t enough.
Thanks to all the people who supported me on my musical journey. I appreciate everyone who listened. But I tap out! I gave it my all! And I quit!
- Lovergeist 🎨
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