I think he has about the same chance to be co-opted as any of us here would if we were in the same position. It's possible. But it seems he is more concerned with the issues themself than the money. And I think he just wants to be left alone, which ironically will be very difficult now.

He already turned down a music deal. It was 6-8 million. Which is trash compared to what most artists make. He'll probably ending up selling more than that on itunes by the end of this year.

He's definitely created a spark, and fired shots across the bow. I doubt it will be enough to change anything in the short term. But I hope to God there will be a snowball effect from others who are inspired.