Interviews Turning Quotes by Ray LaMontagne

It bugs me that people think my songs are personal because it means I have to explain myself all the time.

— Ray LaMontagne

I need space between me and the audience - and the more space the better.

— Ray LaMontagne

The thing I love about music is that you can take things that are painful, deep things that hurt you, and you can turn…

— Ray LaMontagne

“And when all your faith is gone let it be me, if it's a friend you need let it be me”

— Ray Lamontagne

Social situations, for me - it's very natural for me to be an observer. That's where I'm most comfortable. I observe things.

— Ray LaMontagne

“But everything I have to give, I'll give to you”

— Ray Lamontagne

There's a real sense of desperation when you grow up in poverty.

— Ray LaMontagne

It's so easy to get caught up in your own experiences. They can seem so important. But there are billions and billions of other…

— Ray LaMontagne

The label doesn't do anything but put your record in the store, that's all they do. And tell you, you don't have a single...…

— Ray LaMontagne

I'd much rather be playing songs than talking to people.

— Ray LaMontagne

I have a strong sense of self, but that's not a negative thing.

— Ray LaMontagne

My backstory is so tedious.

— Ray LaMontagne