Coopy Bly on Bar Singing and Gospel Music Industry
Gospel artist Coopy Bly emphasizes that singing in bars isn’t inherently “satanic,” but warns artists to prioritize spiritual strength. “Make sure you’re spiritually strong,” he advises, citing cases of gospel singers facing challenges.
Coopy Bly stresses the importance of fair compensation, saying, “Songs cost us a lot of money… people think we sing for nothing.” He adds, “A free gift from the Lord, but we invest to serve you.”
On fame and money, he states, “Fame is useless without money.” Coopy Bly also expresses frustration with organizations like UPRS, saying, “I’ve never received money from UPRS despite my songs playing everywhere.”
The artist highlights challenges faced by gospel musicians, including exploitation and lack of growth opportunities. He supports initiatives like Back Yard, which helps young artists.
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