Bruce Cockburn Quotes

A collection of quotes by Bruce Cockburn.

Bruce Cockburn is a celebrated Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist, known for his exceptional craftsmanship and socially-conscious lyrics. Born on May 27, 1945, in Ottawa, Canada, Cockburn began his musical journey as a folk musician in the late 1960s. His early work encompassed various folk and acoustic styles, but he later incorporated elements of rock, jazz, and world music into his sound.

Cockburn's songs often explore political and social issues, reflecting his deep commitment to activism and humanitarian causes. He has fearlessly tackled topics such as war, poverty, and environmentalism, using his music as a powerful medium for change. Some of his best-known songs include "Lovers in a Dangerous Time," "If I Had a Rocket Launcher," and "Wondering Where the Lions Are."

Over the course of his career spanning several decades, Cockburn has released numerous critically acclaimed albums and received several prestigious awards, including multiple Juno Awards (Canada's equivalent of the Grammy Awards). In 2001, he was inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.

Beyond his musical achievements, Cockburn is also an accomplished author, with his memoir "Rumours of Glory" being published in 2014. His dedication to activism and his ability to create impactful, thought-provoking music have solidified his status as one of Canada's most revered musicians.

I'd always loved poetry and I'd always loved writing music a

I'd always loved poetry and I'd always loved writing music and composing music, but I hadn't thought of putting the two together until around that time.

Bruce Cockburn

Poetry

I woke up one morning with this song in my head, and the ope

I woke up one morning with this song in my head, and the opening line of the song is, 'My name was Richard Nixon, only now I'm a girl.'

Bruce Cockburn

Morning

I like to think that if it hadn't gone as well as it has, if

I like to think that if it hadn't gone as well as it has, if I wasn't able to make a living off of playing music, I would still be playing the music. But, of course, I wouldn't likely have had the opportunity to travel, and a lot of the places have inspired songs.

Bruce Cockburn

Travel

The second half of the '60s really was a kind of learning pe

The second half of the '60s really was a kind of learning period, in terms of writing, for me.

Bruce Cockburn

Learning