Artists are better off investing their resources into their own growth rather than relying on handouts or waiting for permission to succeed.

“bro, we all got the same opportunity to make something of our life. You feel me? Like, it ain't that ain't your job or your role to have to do that for another adult who had the same [ __ ] Deuces came out when I was in high school. It's like, bro, you had all this time to make something else and do”

Artists must maintain their independence and manage their own careers rather than relying solely on labels.

“I'mma show them how to gorilla market way to a Grammy.”

Bootleg Kev argues that independent artists with low budgets should prioritize investing in professional graphic design for their artwork instead of using AI tools.

“You got a big chain on, for [ __ ] sake. Hire a graphic designer to do your [ __ ] artwork. Stop using ChatGPT. Please.”