Every single time I step into the studio, I say, ‘Can I still do this? Do I still have it? Have I ever had it?’ I suppose there’s a good amount of self-loathing that goes into any form of artisanship.
BEN HARPERI can’t not put myself in the shoes of every person I pass.
More Ben Harper Quotes
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Now I love to feel that warm southern rain, Just to hear it fall is the sweetest sounding thing. And to see it fall on your simple country dress It’s like heaven to me I must confess.
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In my life I have been blessed In my life I have been cursed I have lived the best of times I have suffered the worst Do you know which road you’re traveling? Do you know where you want to be? With so many roads to travel, There’s just one can set you free.
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There’s so much there, there’s so much to heal for.
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I refuse to age disgracefully in rock ‘n’ roll.
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Don’t be discouraged by writer’s block. Writer’s block just means you need to listen to other music.
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The good news is at this point as I get older, the load has gotten heavier but my shoulders have gotten wider because I’ve gotten happier so it’s a damn good thing.
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It turns out that there is something more magnificent than nature. It’s love.
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I really feel like the sky is the limit with the Innocent Criminals today.
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Life is short and if you’re looking for extension, you had best do well. ‘Cause there’s good deeds and then there’s good intentions. They are as far apart as Heaven and Hell.
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My main concern when travelling around the world is finding a place to skateboard!
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The woman in you is the worry in me.
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That happens every time I get behind a guitar, regardless of what I’m saying, ’cause music is freedom and being free is the closest I’ve ever felt to being spiritual.
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My choice is what I choose to do and if I’m causing no harm it shouldn’t bother you. Your choice is who you choose to be and if you’re causin’ no harm, then your alright with me.
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Just because you have a hit doesn’t mean you’re good [at music]. Just means you got a hit.
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I’m really looking forward to, not more of the same, but a continual growth.
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