Everyone loved the music but nobody liked the name. I -remember getting a postcard from Jon from L.A. saying, “I don’t think America’s ready for the Sex Gang Children.”
BOY GEORGEYou get older and you suddenly realize the only person you’re in competition with is yourself.
More Boy George Quotes
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On Madonna: She’s a gay man trapped in a woman’s body.
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In writing the autobiography, I can really chuckle when I look at the songs. I was acting out the part. I saw myself as a victim.
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I think being individual in the show business is what gives you life and longevity.
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You have to watch what you eat.
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If I ever commented on one of his outfits he would snip, “Oh, thank you, Mr. Boy George. I do value your opinion.” And then he would spin and make some ridiculous noise and mince off.
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I find that most people [in social media] just want me to say “happy birthday” to their mom or wish them good luck with their exams.
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I’m always being inspired .
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The fabulous side of Taboo was dressing up and dancing like no one was watching you. There were no rules.
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Someone once said a cynic is just a disappointed romantic. That really, really sums me up.
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Taboo was kind of celebrating trash, the kind of records you secretly loved, like Yes Sir, I Can Boogie, by Baccara [laughs] – things that you probably shouldn’t like.
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What’s really sad is that a lot of very talented people are being forced to do things that are very embarrassing and I don’t intend to be one of them.
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My family knew I was gay when I was 15, long before I got famous. But it’s a very different thing coming out to your family and coming out to the universe. That’s a big step.
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Beethoven had a great look. It was very much about the drama of appearance.
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When I go onstage, I’m going to work …I feel like my performance is about an emotional connection. I want to connect with people, whether it’s like a romantic song or a happy song.
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The most political thing you can do is be yourself
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