EVENT CAPSULE CLEAN: BMI's How I Wrote That Song Panel, West Hollywood, CA, United States, 02/12/11

The transcript discusses the connection between creators and consumers, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability in art and the certainty in performance. It highlights how to recognize a hit song by observing audience reactions. The speaker shares their experience of hosting and interacting with other artists, gaining insights into their creative processes. The importance of audience engagement and interaction is also emphasized.

What is the relationship between the creator and the audience according to the speaker?

• A one-sided admiration

• A competitive rivalry

• A connection based on shared understanding

• A financial transaction

How can you tell if a song is a hit, according to the speaker?

• By the number of downloads

• By the awards it wins

• By the unique reaction it evokes in people

• By the length of the song

What does the speaker suggest you should focus on to understand the impact of your music?

• The reviews in music magazines

• The technical quality of the recording

• The lyrics of the song

• The physical reactions of the audience

What new experience is the speaker excited about in the panel?

• Hosting and asking other artists about their creative process

• Performing live for the first time

• Writing a song with a famous artist

• Judging a music competition

Why does the speaker value learning about the origins of songs from other artists?

• It helps in copying their style

• It provides a new perspective on the songs

• It is a requirement for hosting

• It increases the song's popularity