Rupert Holmes Quotes

A collection of quotes by Rupert Holmes.

Rupert Holmes is a British-American singer-songwriter, musician, and playwright. Born on February 24, 1947, in Cheshire, England, Holmes gained popularity in the late 1970s with his hit single "Escape (The PiÃ±a Colada Song)." He has released numerous albums throughout his career, showcasing his versatile musical style that spans pop, rock, and theater. In addition to his music, Holmes has also achieved success as a playwright, with his Tony Award-winning musical "The Mystery of Edwin Drood" being particularly notable. With his distinctive voice and songwriting skills, Holmes continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of storytelling and melody.

The truth is, I initially became a singer-songwriter while s

The truth is, I initially became a singer-songwriter while still in my teens because it was the only way to guarantee that somebody on earth would sing the songs I was writing. Since then, I've performed just about everywhere: rock clubs, concerts halls, arenas, TV.

As much as the mystery element is all a lot of fun, when you

As much as the mystery element is all a lot of fun, when you do go to 'Edwin Drood,' you're going to a theatre to see a show about going to a theatre and what that relationship between actors and audiences has been for years.

But thankfully, my first album, 'Wide Screen,' was sort of a

But thankfully, my first album, 'Wide Screen,' was sort of a critics' darling - everyone raved about it, but no one bought it. They only manufactured 10,000 copies I wasn't even in the running for failure!

Having in my life been bitten by the jaws of both victory an

Having in my life been bitten by the jaws of both victory and defeat, I must rush to add that success is to failure as butter pecan ice cream is to death.