This text appears to be a transcript of an interview or conversation with someone, possibly a musician or artist. The individual discusses their journey from busking in Byron Bay to achieving international success with their song "Dance Monkey." They mention how they started as a busker, gained recognition, and how their manager initially had doubts about the song's potential. "Dance Monkey" broke records in Australia and made an impact in the US, and the artist expresses mixed feelings about their newfound fame. They also discuss the inspiration behind the song and the challenges of returning to busking after such success.
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1. The person mentioned is a musician known as "Tones."
2. Tones started busking in Byron Bay and lived in a van during that time.
3. Tones gained attention and crowds while busking, particularly with the song "Dance Monkey."
4. The song "Dance Monkey" was created in about half an hour and became a significant success, especially in Australia.
5. The song "Dance Monkey" broke records and achieved prolonged success in Australia.
6. Tones experienced frustration and challenges while busking due to the increasing crowds and attention.
7. Tones contemplates their newfound fame and success, particularly in relation to the song "Dance Monkey."
8. Tones expressed interest in busking again but found it difficult after the song's massive success.
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