Things have changed. I almost feel like it's more adaptable, and you can decide your own career now. I feel artists have so much more of a voice and so much more power now. It's really inspiring to see how a lot of the young artists use their platforms.
Benji MaddenI need a little criticism while I make a record so that I kind of feel like: okay, I know that I'm doing the best that I can do because someone is actually here challenging it.
Benji MaddenThe whole time you're bouncing ideas off each other, you continue to try and push the songs as far as you can take them and make them the best that they can be.
Benji MaddenI got a little tattoo on my face, I'll never be able to work another real job so I consider that to be kinda forcing myself to stick to music.
Benji Madden3 years ago I was stocking shelves at Target, living on Ramen noodles, and crashing at Billy's house. Now I'm on tour
Benji MaddenOften people think they know what they want, but what they really want is something that's genuine. So they'll be saying, "Do another one like that," but you liked that one because it's real. So as long as I keep it real and I do something that's real to me, you're going to feel it in the same way.
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