Why So Many YouTubers Are Quitting

Spurred by the recent wave of huge YouTubers quitting the platform, I felt inspired to make this video.

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[IronJohn]

The difference between you and most youtubers (aside from being a compelling person, great production value, etc.) is you're drawing from a deep well of personal experience. You can relate to experts in the craft and are actually interested in knowing the answers to your questions. Most people look at being an online personality as a way to make money - you're like a professor and student at the same time - no reason for it to ever get old as long as there are new questions to ask.

[bjmbjm]

Rick, I think you came to YouTube as a complete person. You lived a life, had different jobs, then decided to pass on your wisdom. You didn't have to concoct a personality to do what you do. You are comfortable with yourself. Younger YouTubers have almost none of those things.

[milanmujovic]

Please don’t ever quit Rick, you are a breath of fresh air for all of us older guys that used to sit for hours and days just listening to records and talking about bands, instruments and amplifiers, we need you.

[dcakira]

Clearly your casual laid back approach is PERFECT for longevity in this forum. Chasing views, worrying about comments and the polish/editing, is the brute force method for growth.

Also, you (Rick) are an accomplished pro, full of meaning outside of youtube.

[DaveMoreman]

You aren't a YouTuber Rick. You are a true music educator. A teacher in the truest sense of the word. Keep doing what you do man. 🎸❤️

[TimeBucks]

Music is the universal language and you speak it

[gregbatchelor]

Rick just sounds like the nicest guy. Not in a bland, inoffensive way, but in all the ways that matter. Authentic, generous, optimistic, curious, and happy to take us all along for the ride with him. Its a fascinating and engaging ride, Rick, and you're a really great role model for anyone looking to find personal success and meaning in pursuing whatever it is they love to do. May every moment of your remaining time on YouTube be as satisfying and entertaining for you as it is for those who watch your content. You're absolutely crushing it, dude. 🤘🏻

[RickTheunissen]

Rick..your best piece of advice in this video is at the end when you say its ok for things to pass...i dont think you realise how potent that message is..its not necessarily about quitting but evolving and moving on and that message seems to get lost these days with our current culture..i know ive felt it..thank you for your amazing videos and stories and until you do quit Youtube? Never stop being the amazing human being you are..thank you👍🤘

[alchemydp]

Rick - you’re describing the difference between following your passion versus following a business model. That’s why you’re so well liked and respected. Your passion inspires all of us.

[jerzaw]

You are respected because there’s no clickbait and you’re not pandering to the masses. Love your work

[epweiland]

Rick, I found this video very encouraging. If you do what you like to do then it won't seem like a job. I am 72 and I feel like I am just getting started. I remember back about 1966 I saw a small group come to our church. They lifted a B3 organ onto the stage. I still remember the sound when they began playing. I have been hooked on organ and piano ever since! Now since I am into retirement stage I have a renewed excitement about playing, writing and recording songs. Indie music home grown wherever the inspiration takes me. Some with words some just music. So much fun with the time left that God gives me!! I am to the point of even wanting to post some songs on you tube just for fun. Anyways I really appreciated this video. Thank You!!

[DTGuitarTech]

Genuineness. That’s what it’s all about. Not playing to an audience. Not appeasing people to retain them. Being genuinely interested in your subject. 👍

[JeffMountainPicker]

I'm 70 years old, and still working on improving my guitar playing. I really like your videos; you do it very well!
I hope you stick around for a good long time - as long as you're enjoying it 😉🎸🎶

[Hyposonic]

I have run across many professional musicians who frequent this site from all genres, including Jazz and Classical. I was directed to your channel by a 70-year-old music professor at a major university because he respects your perspective, skills, and approach to these topics. I can't even play a note, but I still find your videos engaging and relevant.

[drzamplification]

Your statement about comments good, or bad are about the person who posted them is priceless information. I have made 100's of video's no where near your count Rick but I know how difficult it is sometimes to read the comments, your insight will make it much easier. Thanks

[bwtaylor]

I watch you for multiple reasons. We are in the same age bracket so you strike a chord that really relates to me at times. Also your passionate, real, fun and educational to someone that's always loved music. Your passion was so evident throughout the Gordon Lightfoot remembrance video that it almost brought tears to the eyes. Keep up the great work and hoping your not gone anytime soon.

[FabioBittar]

Please don't ever quit on us. If you're burnt out, take some time off. Go on vacations. Do whatever you need to recharge your batteries but don't quit. You're one of my favourite YouTubers, and the quality you deliver is absurd; your passion and your knowledge of music make you the very best presenter, reviewer, interviewer, and storyteller when it comes to music. Unchallenged.

[araaaraa]

You have a distinct advantage with your channel; you lived a life way before this.
A remarkable career. You know and have met amazing people along he way.
Your own knowledge of music comes from both playing and producing. That makes you an authority, a goto for advice and learning..
Therefore, very watchable, interesting and tutorial.
Not many people can do that.
Please don't stop anytime soon.

[bikesandbeyond]

The few YouTuber quitting videos (of channels which I have been an avid subscriber), they only quit for 6-12 months and then they come back - with videos about why they are returning, what they've been doing while they were gone, etc... thank you for your content. you have helped me hear things in songs/music that I've never heard before and have listened to it hundreds-thousands of times.

[polyglotreading]

so refreshing and liberating, thank you! As a youtube newbie I already started feeling the stress growing about upload schedule and selection of topics. Your video (the first thing I saw from you) relieved me and encouraged me to only do what I really care about, where I can be authentic, and only on my own schedule. Thank you! 😊