18+ Patty Griffin Quotes On Tour, Robert Plant

Patty Griffin is an American singer-songwriter from Old Town, Maine. She has released eight studio albums and is known for her folk-inspired music that often covers topics such as love, faith, and loss. Her most successful album, Children Running Through, was released in 2007 and was nominated for a Grammy Award. Following is our collection on famous quotes by Patty Griffin on life, love, tour.

Fame is a can of worms I haven't really had to contend with. — Patty Griffin

I think there are times when a song can be a spiritual experience - just making music, in general, is pretty much that. — Patty Griffin

Along the way, I've had different advice from different music producers. I've been told to tone it down, that the quiet parts of my voice are appealing and there's harshness to the loud part of my voice. — Patty Griffin

Most people like the sad songs. Some of the oldest songs known to man are sad. Listening to a voice singing something sad is a really great way to help you to feel sad when you need to. — Patty Griffin

I grew up as a Catholic, and there was so much that was beautiful there, and also so much that was troubling. The whole patriarchal thing, the whole male-dominated approach, really bothered me. — Patty Griffin

Often I have to move my body in a certain way, like exercising, to begin to get into the right rhythm for writing a song. — Patty Griffin

I was brought up to express myself only when asked to express myself and then to do so in a way that's pleasing to hear. But I've always had a need to make my presence known. I was just sort of born that way, I guess. It's my natural tendency. — Patty Griffin

Everyone is tortured. Do you know anyone who isn't? — Patty Griffin

I don't necessarily buy any key to the future of happiness, but I need a little place in the sun sometimes or I think I will die. — Patty Griffin

I think listeners are hungry to hear quality. — Patty Griffin

It's occurred to me I need to laugh at myself more and that I don't need to be some sad folk singer all the time. I don't want to be the queen of pain. — Patty Griffin

God as "he," as a patriarchal thing, is offensive to me. It's standard fare for America - "he, he, he." Every time I hear that, it's like another blow against females. It's very radical talk at this point for females to say this kind of stuff, but nationwide, I still hear females referring to God as "he." — Patty Griffin

I was asked to sing with Mavis Staples on a gospel compilation called 'Oh Happy Day.' And, you know, other than being totally intimidated at the prospect of singing with Mavis, I was honored. I don't really have much of a background in gospel music. — Patty Griffin

You must always know how long to stay; and when to go. — Patty Griffin

But darling, I wish you well On your way to the wishing well — Patty Griffin

I'm confused that there is a lack of faith in listening to and deciding what is a great song and instead going for these formulaic, bad songs over and over again. But that's what happened when people from beverage companies bought record labels and radio stations as opposed to people who love music owning record labels. — Patty Griffin

Studios are designed to pull out all of that beautiful ambience you get from singing in a room, and then the engineer puts it back in digitally or through whatever machinery you've got. — Patty Griffin

Most everything means nothing, except some things that mean everything. — Patty Griffin

Life Lessons by Patty Griffin

1. Patty Griffin's work teaches us that we can use our music to express our emotions and experiences in order to connect with others.
2. She also demonstrates that it is possible to create meaningful music without sacrificing our own artistic integrity.
3. Her career serves as an example of how to sustain a successful career in the music industry by staying true to yourself and your vision.