There may be a new album, and there may not. Right now, we’re encouraging bootlegging because there have been some great live things that ended up on the Internet. Rather than try to stop it, we like it. If nobody gave a crap about you, they wouldn’t bother to bootleg you.
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that the musician, Burton Cummings, is not sure if he will release a new album soon. However, he is happy that people are sharing recordings of his live performances online, even though they weren't officially released. He believes that if people didn't care about his music, they wouldn't bother to illegally record and share it. This shows that he appreciates the fans who are interested in his work and want to share it with others.
About Burton Cummings
Burton Cummings is a legendary Canadian musician best known for leading the band The Guess Who during their most successful years. He has been inducted into multiple music halls of fame and honored with prestigious awards, and even has a theater and community center named after him in Winnipeg.
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There may be a new album, and there may not. Right now, we’re encouraging bootlegging because there have been some great live things that ended up on the Internet. Rather than try to stop it, we like it. If nobody gave a crap about you, they wouldn’t bother to bootleg you.
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