Very decent and generous of you to post this attachment about your journey here Greg. Impressive numbers. The other impressive thing I found was your ability to be strong, solvent and confident enough to run your own show over the past 20+ years.
I am endlessly interested in (to quote yourself) 'not striking it rich' v making a living out of your hobby, discussions. There is a motivation for doing music no doubt - i.e. because you can, because you believe it's good and the hope that others may like it. So that boils down to you want to be recognised for your talents and for the music you create perhaps? Or other personal reasons 'stick it to the man' etc🤩- I find the psychology aspect of this fascinating.
This document is most definitely worth a read and used for reference.
....Let's hope that you make it to the million hits soon Greg...cheers.