Strive towards artistic purity. That means, do it purely for yourself. Strive to master your own art, for yourself, with disregard for others.

Note:

1. Eminem striving to perfect his rapping craft. Same goes with Kendrick Lamar.
2. Nietzsche leaving the academy. Nietzsche writing his own philosophy OUTSIDE of the university. His thoughts remain– none of his contemporaries do.
3. Kanye West: No self-censorship. His thoughts are authentic and pure (whether you agree with him or not).