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Asexual Quote by Bradford Cox

“I realized I had written maybe, I dunno, the first ever asexual love song. Where it's really just about a fear of dying alone - you need contact, you need love, you need empathy. You need this relationship but if there's no sex involved, people act like it's not a legitimate relationship.” quote by Bradford Cox
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“I realized I had written maybe, I dunno, the first ever asexual love song. Where it's really just about a fear of dying alone - you need contact, you need love, you need empathy. You need this relationship but if there's no sex involved, people act like it's not a legitimate relationship.”

Bradford Cox

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2023 interview with Bradford Cox, The Guardian

The quote highlights that love and emotional connection are vital, even without sexual activity, and society often undervalues such relationships.

In simple terms: Love needs empathy, not just sex.

Key Takeaway

Value non‑sexual love.

Themes

love empathy relationships sexuality social norms

Mood

reflective empathetic thoughtful

Type

personal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • friendship
  • romantic partnership
  • support groups
  • mental health counseling

Key Concepts

human connection intimacy identity loneliness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you define a legitimate relationship?
  • What barriers prevent acceptance of asexual love?
A Different Perspective

Societal bias may still marginalize non‑sexual relationships.

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