Wendy Starland Quotes

United States, Singer-Songwriter
February 9, 1981

Wendy Starland is an American singer, songwriter and music producer from Los Angeles. Starland was honored by The Songwriters Hall of Fame, was named VH1's, “Best Emerging Artist,” was featured on Moby's Grammy nominated album, Last Night, and opened for multi-platinum artists, Sheryl Crow and Jack White at the Michigan International Speedway. In addition, Starland discovered and developed nine time Grammy winner, two time Golden Globe winner, and Oscar winner, Lady Gaga.

Also known as Music Producer

I have certainly faced my fair share and will likely come across more. These experiences have been fuel for my music. Facing these challenges has forced me to recognize my own inner strength.

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Taking constructive criticism from others is required to get to the next level.

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Being in the music business requires having a very strong resolve. You must be completely committed to the craziness that will inevitably ensue when pursing a career in music. There is no one who is immune to this. Not even the biggest music icons.

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- Strong
- Careers
- Committed
My strength is in my ability to be versatile.

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The people who come out on top in music business have persistence. It is key! Fall down seven times; stand up eight. It takes a lot of courage and an unwavering belief in yourself and your abilities.

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- People
- Business
- Fall
I first got interested in music as a toddler by my childhood babysitter, Rosetta Atkins. She taught me how to sing by imitating the voices on the gospel radio station she listened to - both men and women's voices.

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- Women
- Voice
- Stations
Everyone faces challenges from the fierce competition as well as the manipulative crooks that are rampant throughout the music business.

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No matter what you're going through, there is no temporary feeling or circumstance that can take away the core of who you are.

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Home is a place from which you can draw strength.

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- Home
- Strength
- Draws
I love the songs we've written together [with Ivo Moring] and believe that Rock music is coming back with a vengeance. There are a lot of new and exciting things on the horizon and the next chapter is going to be amazing.

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There is a lot of incredible talent out there, however, talent alone is not enough. Being a great singer does not matter, if you are not singing great songs. Having great songs will not be obvious to record executives if they are not professionally produced. Consistently performing those songs extremely well is essential.

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