Just Curious....But What Makes An Artist "Brilliant?"?

Question

I was just reading a question and answer about Bruce Springstein.. Please understand that Im not taking anything away from him. I'm just not interested in his music...But a few people described him as "brilliant" and the last time I saw this performer was in a place called Asbury Park, New Jersey less than a year ago I think..
First, I couldn't understand a word he said. Second, his voice sounded as though he was singing through a metal frypan. Third, most of the people there (it was in - I think Convention Hall - were - well they looked like they were all over 45..And fourth, he was dressed kind of sloppy. So. I guess Bruce Springstein is "brilliant" in that age group? So hey. Im 23. What do I know anyway.
I guess he's just not my style...
(and yes I know he's made millions of dollars in his career, and I know he has lots of fans)

Answer 1

Though art is subjective and opinions will vary about art, I believe brilliance is the ability to express one's art and manage to make it appealing or compelling to others who will experience it.

HTH

Answer 2

I don't know what makes an artist brilliant, but I'm forced to agree. If The Beatles or Zeppelin were brilliant, Bruce Springsteen seems to be that kid who watches FOX News and then tells people what Bill O'Reilly just said and presents it as his own opinion to look smart.

Answer 3

brilliant is in the eye of the beholder, personally i think bruce is awesome - i have heard that his live concerts suck though, so idk about that.

death metal and emo music all sounds the same to me, so theres really not alot of "brilliance" there, but i respect people when they tell me they like that kind of music, it all takes at least some form of skill to play, whether i appreciate it or not. As an american i might think that tibetan chants sound stupid, but they must view our music as stupid themselves, its all about perspective.

Answer 4

well honestly its just a matter of opinion