GRAMMY winners including Ludacris and Earl Klugh told Atlanta high school students that the music industry has plenty of different jobs to offer.They advised about 300 teenagers to find their niche and show the world their own talent during a discussion at the Clark Atlanta University’s Park Street Music & Art Complex.

“Self-education is the most important thing to have,” Ludacris said. “I know you can have street smarts. But if you combine that with book smarts, you’ll be unstoppable.”

Klugh, a veteran jazz guitarist who has received a Grammy and 13 nominations, talked about touring and understanding how to make money from music.

Panelists who included R&B singer Lyfe Jennings, music engineer Phil Tan, record label executive Dee Dee Murray and songwriter Tab Nkhereanye said the behind-the-scenes roles are important.