Roy Harper quotes

In some ways, I lament the introduction of civilisation on such a huge scale, because it has given us a lot of room to abuse each other, which we continue to do. (Roy Harper)
What is our destiny? Does it matter? Is it bound up with 'our' planet? In my opinion, yes. View quote
Roy Harper
Every song has a bouquet, which is the music. If you can put words with something that is really apt, then you've done it. View quote
Roy Harper
I was determined if I was going to become a superstar it would be on my terms. I've had that ethic since the beginning. View quote
Roy Harper
I got into trad jazz, then modern jazz, then avant-garde jazz, between the ages of 16 to 18. View quote
Roy Harper
I'd just like to prove to myself that I'm all here and all together and can get the best out of myself. I'd also like to prove that to a couple of other people. View quote
Roy Harper
I'm inspired by the poets, so I'm always going to give in that direction, rather than in any other. It's the making of me... and also the downfall of me. View quote
Roy Harper
At school, I was always daydreaming and fiddling in inkwells, but I had to learn to grow up and become articulate. And doing that was what brought me into writing songs. It's like therapy for me, because it exposes what I'm really thinking. View quote
Roy Harper

Roy Harper

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Occupation: English Musician
Born: June 12, 1941
Quotes count: 8