The things that got me through grade school are helping me out later in life. It’s like, I show up on time. If you buy a ticket to one of my shows, I’ll show up. I’ll be there. And if it says 10:00, I’ll be on stage at 10:00.
Meaning of the quote
The things Chris learned when he was younger, like being on time and keeping his commitments, are still helping him today as a musician. He makes sure to show up to his performances on time, so if a show starts at 10 PM, he'll be on stage at 10 PM. He does this because he wants to keep his promises to the people who buy tickets to see him perform.
About Chris Isaak
Chris Isaak is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and occasional actor, known for his reverb-laden rockabilly sound and hit songs like “Wicked Game.” With a career spanning four decades, he has released 13 studio albums and acted in several films and TV shows, often collaborating with director David Lynch.
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