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Eddie Van Halen

It's funny, when bands or younger musicians ask me: 'So, what does it take to make it?' Well, first explain to me what you mean by 'making it': Do you want to be a rock star or do you want music to be your livelihood?

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Eddie Van Halen is pointing out that success can mean different things depending on what you want from music. He wants musicians to clarify whether they aim for fame or simply want to earn a living through their music before giving advice.

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