Bjork Quotes

A collection of quotes by Bjork.

BjÃ¶rk is an Icelandic singer, songwriter, and actress renowned for her distinctive voice, eclectic music style, and avant-garde persona. Born on November 21, 1965, in ReykjavÃk, Iceland, she showed an early interest in music and began singing at a young age. BjÃ¶rk initially gained fame as the lead vocalist for the alternative rock band, The Sugarcubes, in the late 1980s.

However, it was her solo career that propelled her to international acclaim. BjÃ¶rk's music defies categorization, often blending elements of electronic, pop, experimental, and classical genres. With her unique vocal range and a penchant for incorporating unconventional sounds, instruments, and production techniques, she has become an influential figure in the music industry.

Throughout her illustrious career, BjÃ¶rk has released numerous critically acclaimed albums, including "Debut" (1993), "Post" (1995), and "Homogenic" (1997). Her music is deeply personal, often exploring themes of love, nature, feminism, and her Icelandic heritage. BjÃ¶rk's innovative approach to music has earned her multiple awards, including the prestigious Best International Female Solo Artist accolade at the BRIT Awards.

Aside from her musical contributions, BjÃ¶rk has also dabbled in acting, with notable appearances in films like "Dancer in the Dark" (2000), which earned her the Best Actress award at the Cannes Film Festival. She continues to experiment and push boundaries, using technology and visuals in innovative ways to enhance her artistic expression. BjÃ¶rk's influence on contemporary popular culture is undeniable, and her artistic vision remains as captivating and genre-defying as ever.

Usually when you see females in movies, they feel like they

Usually when you see females in movies, they feel like they have these metallic structures around them, they are caged in by male energy.

I do believe sometimes discipline is very important. I'm not

I do believe sometimes discipline is very important. I'm not just lying around like a lazy cow all the time.

I love being a very personal singer-songwriter, but I also l

I love being a very personal singer-songwriter, but I also like being a scientist or explorer.

But I'm not interested in politics. I lose interest the micr

But I'm not interested in politics. I lose interest the microsecond it ceases to be emotional, when something becomes a political movement. What I'm interested in is emotions.

I love England. It's no coincidence it's the first place I m

I love England. It's no coincidence it's the first place I moved to for a more cosmopolitan life, which is the only thing Iceland lacks.

Life Love Places Coincidence

It's funny how the hippies and the punks tried to get rid of

It's funny how the hippies and the punks tried to get rid of the conservatives, but they always seem to get the upper hand in the end.

I feel the 21st century is another new age. Not only can we

I feel the 21st century is another new age. Not only can we collaborate again with nature, but we have to. It's an emergency.

Feminists bore me to death. I follow my instinct and if that

Feminists bore me to death. I follow my instinct and if that supports young girls in any way, great. But I'd rather they saw it more as a lesson about following their own instincts rather than imitating somebody.

I feel like the people from Iceland have a different relatio

I feel like the people from Iceland have a different relationship with their country than other places. Most Icelandic people are really proud to be from there, and we don't have embarrassments like World War II where we were cruel to other people.

I always wanted to be a farmer. There is a tradition of that

I always wanted to be a farmer. There is a tradition of that in my family.

Maybe I'll be a feminist in my old age.

Maybe I'll be a feminist in my old age.

Compared to America or Europe, God isn't a big part of our l

Compared to America or Europe, God isn't a big part of our lives here. I don't know anyone here who goes to church when he's had a rough divorce or is going through depression. We go out into nature instead.

It's incredible how nature sets females up to take care of p

It's incredible how nature sets females up to take care of people, and yet it is tricky for them to take care of themselves.

I'm not going to talk like I know about politics, because I'

I'm not going to talk like I know about politics, because I'm a total amateur, but maybe I can be a spokesperson for people who aren't normally interested in politics.