We made some mistakes. We had some managers we didn’t like and had to get rid of, and that cost some money. Stuff like that. But overall, we did really well.
Meaning of the quote
The quote explains that Robby Krieger's group made some errors, had to let go of managers they didn't like, and that cost them money. However, despite those challenges, they were overall successful in their work. This shows that even when facing difficulties, it's possible to achieve good results if you keep trying.
About Robby Krieger
Robert Alan Krieger, the founding guitarist of the iconic rock band The Doors, wrote or co-wrote many of their hit songs, including “Light My Fire,” “Love Me Two Times,” and “Love Her Madly.” After the band disbanded, Krieger continued to perform and record with his former bandmates. In 2023, he was ranked as the 248th greatest guitarist of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.
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