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Broader Implications
Beato emphasizes that many older artists are currently at the mercy of venture capital firms and investors who buy and sell their catalogs without their consent or control. These entities often block artists from using their own music, limiting creative and commercial opportunities.
Swift’s success demonstrates how an artist's public profile and fan loyalty can be powerful tools to challenge traditional industry power structures. Instead of acquiescing to losing rights, she has effectively turned the situation into an opportunity to reinforce her creative control and generate fresh hits from her back catalog.