Charlie Puth may have studied at the world-renowned Berklee College of Music, but one of the best things he ever did for his career was cut class.
With aspirations of breaking into the music industry, Puth knew he wanted to get his music in front of record labels that could help launch his career.
"I just thought to myself, 'Which teacher will care the least if I miss class?'"
On top of that, he found it compelling to keep trying because nobody was slamming the door in his face.
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Persons:
Charlie Puth, Puth, I'm, he's
Organizations:
Berklee College of Music, CNBC, Atlantic Records
Locations:
New York City, Boston, Los Angeles