Ten Things Not To Ask a DJ by Shray GRIM Bhardwaj aka Shraybee

As a DJ, you are the life of the party, responsible for creating an atmosphere that gets people moving on the dance floor. However, despite your expertise, there are certain requests that can leave you feeling frustrated and annoyed. Here are ten things not to ask a DJ.

1. "Play something good, something we can dance to!" - This is a vague request that doesn't provide any useful information. It's your job to read the crowd and select the right music, so trust in their expertise.
2. "Would you play something with a beat?" - Every song has a beat, and it's unlikely that a DJ would play a song without one. This request is unnecessary and unhelpful.
3. "I don't know who sings it, and I don't know the name of the song, but it goes like this!" - This request is impossible for a DJ to fulfill. Without a title or artist, it's almost impossible to locate the track.
4. "Everybody wants to hear it!" - While it's true that everyone has different musical tastes, it's impossible to satisfy everyone's requests. Trust in the DJ to select the right music for the moment.
5. "Everybody will dance if you play it." - Just because a song is popular doesn't mean it's right for the moment. Trust the DJ to read the crowd and select the right music.
6. "I can get laid if you play it!" - This is an inappropriate and offensive request that should never be made to a DJ. Music should be enjoyed for its own sake, not as a means to an end.
7. "I want to hear it next!" - As the DJ, it's up to them to decide what to play and when to play it. Making demands like this is not only disrespectful but also disrupts the flow of the music.
8. "What do you have?" - While it's okay to ask for suggestions or recommendations, asking a DJ to list their entire music collection is not practical. Trust in their expertise to select the right music for the moment.
9. "Hey, man, nobody can dance to this!" - This type of criticism is unhelpful and can be hurtful to a DJ who is doing their best to create a great atmosphere.
10. "I don't like this. Play something different." - While it's okay to have personal preferences, it's important to remember that the DJ is playing for a crowd, not just for one individual. Trust in their expertise to select the right music for the moment.

In conclusion, while it's natural to want to make requests of a DJ, it's important to remember that they are professionals with a vast knowledge of music and experience in reading a crowd. Trust in their expertise and refrain from making these ten requests that are sure to annoy and frustrate any DJ.
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