How can I make my mother understand that I am going to be a musician and won't ever study anything "real" to get a "real job"?

How can I make my mother understand that I am going to be a musician and won't ever study anything "real" to get a "real job"?
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answer:As someone who is heavily involved in the Florida metal scene… Do you like money? How about food? Places to live? I know dudes who have had incredibly successful musical careers, who are broke as a joke, couch surfing with friends if they’re lucky. Many others are just straight-up homeless and living in tents and storage facilities. You need a contingency plan.
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