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More Valued/Impressive: "High" Peak vs "Sustained" Longevity
There are artists that has achieved EXTREMELY high peaks. They gain fame and popularity rather quickly and their career "highs" simply tower above all others. The gap between the "star" and their peers is significantly large. However, artists like this (for one reason or another) burn out rather quickly and are unable replicate their past success. I consider "peak" stars to be people like: Shania Twain, Britney Spears, Lady Gaga, Christina Aguilera, Adele Tupac, Elvis, Whitney Houston, Justin Bieber etc..
On the other hand, you have artists with very "long" longevity. Some way or another they've found a way to successfully sustain their career over the course of MANY years. Due to the right choices and circumstances, these people are steady and consistant; They continue to improve and grow--reinvent themselves and survive the fast burn-out rate that stars tend to be cursed with in today's time. They've had their higher tiers, never quite reaching the fame and stardom of "peak" artist, but still impressive in their own right. I consider "longevity" stars to be people like: Mariah Carey, Beyonce, Pink, Eminem, Jay Z, Rihanna, etc.
There are occurrences where artists possess both! (i.e-Michael Jackson and Madonna), but these are bonefide Legends
Which type of career do you think is more valued/impressive in the music industry. Use examples of artists careers to validate your claims.
"High" Peak vs "sustained" Longevity
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