Growing up listening to rap music, you almost feel like you should have haters. That's an important part of being a successful musician. It's a good thing, I guess. — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
I grew up listening to Jay-Z, and I think the first time I really became obsessed with learning and thinking about lyrics was when I started listening to rap; I was 11, 12, and started becoming aware of music beyond the familiar. — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
Rapping and singing are not two polar opposites. There's so much middle ground. And I think there's a lot of people who find that… — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
I don't like to generalize but I've had nothing but bad experiences with Mexican food in Europe. — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
Anyways, trying to express yourself to the press is often like arguing with a hysterical person. — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
Some people say video games rot your brain, but I think they work different muscles that maybe you don't normally use. — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
If I can't do that at age 33, I'll probably never be able to do it. As you enter your thirties, things get a… — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
My dad grew up in a working-class Jewish neighbourhood, and I got a scholarship from my dad's union to go to college. I went… — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
Sometimes I surprise myself with how dissatisfied I am with seemingly satisfying experiences. — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
I'm down with Spotify. I don't know all the financial details but generally it's a great resource. — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
A writer once asked what I'd say if I ever met my biggest hater. I paused, thought deeply and said, "Probably 'suk a dog… — Ezra Koenig Copy Share Image
