Art Quote by David Bowie
“I have absolutely no interest in rock and roll. I'm just being David Bowie. Mick Jagger is rock and roll. I mean, I go out and my music is roughly the format of rock and roll, I use the chord changes of rock and roll, but I don't feel I'm a rock and roll artist. I'd be a terrible rock artist, absolutely ghastly.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone interview with David Bowie, 1977
Bowie distinguishes himself from rock‑and‑roll identity, acknowledging influence yet denying personal alignment, emphasizing artistic self‑definition.
In simple terms: I don’t see myself as a rock artist.
Key Takeaway
Define your own artistic identity.
Themes
music
identity
self‑perception
genre
Mood
contemplative
defiant
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- musician’s self‑concept
- public perception
- creative boundaries
Key Concepts
artistic authenticity
genre fluidity
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile personal identity with public genre labels?
- What does “rock and roll” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
His view may ignore how audiences label artists regardless of intent.
