"Give me one good reason why I should never make a change, baby if you hold me then all of this will go away."
About George Ezra
George Ezra — Life and Legacy
George Ezra is a British singer-songwriter who gained prominence with his distinctive voice and engaging storytelling, particularly through his hit songs like 'Budapest' and 'Shotgun'. His music often reflects themes of love and adventure, drawing from his personal experiences and travels. Ezra's lyrics convey a sense of wanderlust and emotional depth, as seen in his line, 'I’m never gonna be the same,' which encapsulates the transformative nature of love and life experiences. Ezra's work challenges conventional pop narratives by intertwining personal anecdotes with universal themes, making his songs relatable yet unique. He invites listeners to explore the complexities of relationships and the thrill of adventure, often using travel as a metaphor for self-discovery. His ability to craft vivid imagery in his lyrics allows audiences to feel the emotions he conveys, whether it’s the excitement of new love or the nostalgia of past experiences. Today, George Ezra's quotes and lyrics resonate with many, as they reflect the ongoing journey of personal growth and the importance of embracing life's adventures. His music continues to inspire listeners to seek out their own stories and connections in the world around them.
Quote collection
George Ezra quotes
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"I think if you truly believe that something should be that way then you should push for that."
"The only thing you can ever ask for is that, like what I was saying with memories, that somehow my music can fit into somebody's memory. If it can be the soundtrack to somebody's happy days then that would be amazing."
"I think one of the worst things people can do is try and fight the people they've agreed to work with."
"Truth is mighty and it will prevail."
"While I was travelling and I kind of had the classic realisation - that I guess most teenagers have at some point - that time's gonna run out and that's not in my power to change that."
"I guess it's kind of the obvious thing for me to do 'cuz it's what I grew up listening to. The songs growing up and everything kind of seem like old music to them, but to me, it's just... good music. And of course I did grow up in England in the 21st Century and that does come into it as well."
"I think the lesson that I learnt very early on was to listen to people you work with, because you're all in it together."
"I like to try and mix diction and experiences."
"It's strange to think that I can go places and people want to hear my music. I guess that's all I ever wanted."
"When I went travelling around Europe there was the Eurovision song contest on, and I got a bit dunk and we missed our train to Budapest the next day. Anyway, when I got back I kind of realised how many songs there were about people giving up things for somebody, so I thought I'd make a song about giving up things I don't have. These elaborate things that I don't have that I could give up to somebody, and I kind of thought there was kind of some sweet sentiment in that."
"Obviously I still gig on my own, but I've always heard my music with a band."
"When I'm playing guitar, I just try and put those words into lyrics and just try a few things. It's all over the place."
"Even if I know that really it's not a great song, even if it's a naff song but I have a good memory of it, then to me that's a great song."
"The thing for me though, is that songs are good depending on the memories I have with them."