There s been some backsliding since. What a gift for understatement. For a woman who is interested in being an artist who has spent time developing skills like songwriting, performing live, playing an instrument well, producing it can be a very different road. Especially if that woman wishes to keep some creative control of her career. Right now, image is making money.
Radio is all about selling advertising.
Advertisers like the ditty. Especially if it s sung by a babe. The competition is very stiff to be signed by a record label, get a record on the chart or get booked by good management companies and booking agencies. And the mainstream doesn t care about artistry. The answer to this question will determine not only your staying power, but also your ultimate reward.