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…

— 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…

— 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…

— 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

I am very self-critical, but that's a good thing because it keeps me growing as a human being and as a musician.

— Ray LaMontagne

I refused then like I do now to let anybody tie me down

— Ray LaMontagne

Well, I looked my demons in the eyes laid bare my chest, said 'Do your best, destroy me. You see, I’ve been…

— Ray LaMontagne

“And baby, the way you move me it's crazy”

— Ray Lamontagne

Well... you know, I love motorcycles. They're just beautiful, and there's a certain craftsmanship in older bikes, older Triumphs or BSAs or…

— Ray LaMontagne

Writing songs is not something I wanted to share with people for a long time. It was precious to me. I didnt…

— Ray LaMontagne

We all have that inner voice that is wise, even if we don't always follow it. It's that voice I'm trying to…

— Ray LaMontagne

I was really lost for a while in my teens. I was angry. But when I found music - Bob Dylan, Neil…

— Ray LaMontagne

I want to be in control of my own destiny.

— Ray LaMontagne

My voice sucks. I don't like the tone.

— Ray LaMontagne

I want to write music that will outlive me.

— Ray LaMontagne

I can't get excited by my own music. It's impossible.

— Ray LaMontagne

“I have been to hell & back so many times I must admit you kinda bore me," by Ray Lamontagne "Empty.”

— Ray Lamontagne