i won't be happy until i'm famous like God
Madonna CicconeRead
I think of myself as a performance artist. I hate being called a pop star. I hate that.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Madonna emphasizes her identity as an artist rather than conforming to commercial labels.
In this quote, Madonna expresses her disdain for the term 'pop star', which implies a focus on mainstream success and commercialism. Instead, she sees herself as a performance artist, highlighting her commitment to artistic expression and individuality, suggesting that the essence of her work transcends labels typically associated with the music industry.
Themes
PerformanceArtistIdentityPopCommercialism
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a discussion about the difference between commercial success and artistic integrity.
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