Richard Thompson Quotes

A collection of quotes by Richard Thompson.

Richard Thompson is a British singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his influential career spanning over five decades. Born in 1949, Thompson emerged as a member of the folk-rock band Fairport Convention in the late 1960s before pursuing a successful solo career. Renowned for his intricate guitar playing and poetic songwriting, he has released numerous critically acclaimed albums and received accolades for his contributions to music. Thompson has significantly influenced the folk and rock genres and remains a respected figure in the music industry.

It's fun to sing sad songs. And it's fun to listen to sad so

It's fun to sing sad songs. And it's fun to listen to sad songs. Enjoyable. Satisfying. Something.

Richard Thompson


To stand up on a stage alone with an acoustic guitar require

To stand up on a stage alone with an acoustic guitar requires bravery bordering on heroism. Bordering on insanity.

Richard Thompson

Alone

People want to hear about the extremes of human nature. They

People want to hear about the extremes of human nature. They want things that are larger than their own lives, and more romantic, and not necessarily of their own experiences.

Richard Thompson

Romantic

The thing I do, really, is a communication with audiences mo

The thing I do, really, is a communication with audiences more than any achievement through records.

Richard Thompson

Communication

It's amazing what some people read into songs.

It's amazing what some people read into songs.

Richard Thompson

Amazing