Kimbra quotes

Kimbra is a New Zealand singer, songwriter, and record producer known for her eclectic musical style and experimental approach. She gained international fame after collaborating with Gotye on the hit song "Somebody That I Used to Know." She continues to impress audiences worldwide with her innovative artistry and powerful performances. Here are 21 of her quotes:

I moved from New Zealand to Melbourne when I was 17. I'd planned to go to university to study French, but I was offered a contract to write and record an album that was too good to pass up. Looking back now I think that was pretty young but, at the time, I was ready to have an adventure. (Kimbra)
I'm so fascinated by the human longing for meaning. The way we relate romantically to each other is so much to do with our longing for meaning as well. View quote
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It's a really cool time for artists who want to strive for a little more depth in what they want to say to come forward. We live in a very fast world right now. We've got all this media and music which is so accessible to us, it's here one minute gone the next. View quote
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The fun of being in the pop world is you can really play with people's perceptions of what the word pop means. View quote
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There's a vulnerability in music but you've also got to protect your sacred place and have a place you can still retire to that no one else knows about. So that's a thing I just try to balance. View quote
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I like challenging people. I love pop music that can just throw you off. View quote
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All my album artwork is body painting. View quote
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I guess there might come a point when I will want to live an anonymous life. I'm only at the start of my career, so I'm sure that moment will come, but I know how blessed I am to have this platform on which to speak and influence. View quote
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I started writing songs when I was 10. It was a natural way to express myself as a kid. It wasn't until I started listening to jazz, joined the choir and picked up a guitar that my little hobby became something far more serious. View quote
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People are consuming more than ever, but I think they want a bit of honesty and depth. Adele, Gotye, Janelle Monae - they're giving you a catchy song, but it's also a challenging song at the same time. View quote
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I feel far more connected to the whole band if I can somehow physically respond... with my body. (Kimbra)
My process is to be by myself when I record. It's quite an emotional performance to pull off when someone else is in the room. I prefer to go away and have my own time with it, bring it in later. View quote
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I think 'SNL' is so well-known for its musical performances, as well, and people really breaking into America through a really great performance on there. So I think me and Gotye are both really excited to be amongst such company. You know, it's great. View quote
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When you work on an album for three and a half years, you're kind of ready for it to get out there. To have your songs reach people. View quote
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I want to be the kind of artist who keeps pushing on every album. I don't want to settle on a sound. View quote
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Obviously I don't really go to church any more - no time. View quote
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I haven't stopped writing which is good. I'm scared to stop completely otherwise it might lead to stagnancy. View quote
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I do like the idea of pulling in different producers to get new perspectives. That's what I did with Vows and I feel it just gives variety and makes for a more exciting journey for the listener. View quote
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I'm turning 22, so I want to start getting into work that reflects where I'm at in life now. View quote
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It feels like it's just starting in America and the UK. It's great to have a loyal fanbase in Australia and New Zealand. People in America say how polished our band are, but that didn't happen overnight; that came from doing all this touring back home. View quote
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I have times when I doubt what I'm doing. When those moments hit, I think about how grateful I am to be able to do what I do everyday. It was harder when I started because I didn't see the response, but now I'm out there playing for people and seeing them happy, which makes it all worthwhile. (Kimbra)

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Photo: Stuart Sevastos, CC BY 2.0
Occupation: New Zealander Musician
Born: March 27, 1990
Quotes count: 21