There's a deep-seated paranoia that Americans have about not being Americans or something.
You may be wrong, but you may be right.
You can’t go the distance with too much resistance
Even though I'm in love, sometimes I get so afraid.
Don't make music for some vast, unseen audience or market or ratings share or even for something as tangible as money. Though it's crucial to make a living, that shouldn't be your inspiration. Do it for yourself.
No matter what culture you're from, everyone loves music.