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Drums Quotes

Every beat starts with someone behind the kit.

This page brings together drums quotes from musicians shaped by '90s hip hop tempos and touring life on the road. One artist admits to playing drums on tour despite being self-taught, a candor that fits well alongside other Album stories about learning an instrument the hard way.

I love drums and still play frequently.

Quotes by Adrian Belew

The drums tell me everything. Everything else registers a millisecond later.

Quotes by Adam Clayton

From a musical standpoint, I was inspired by '90s hip hop, with a lot of drums and the tempos. I'm always inspired by David Bowie and Prince.

Quotes by Vic Mensa

I play the drums really, really badly.

Quotes by Ted Dwane

Age Quotes

I actually wanted to be a drummer, but I didn't have any drums.

Quotes by Stevie Ray Vaughan

I do play drums when I'm on tour.

Quotes by Norman Wisdom

I've been playing drums since I was 7.

Quotes by Lucky Blue Smith

You can't beat 2 guitars, bass, and drums.

Quotes by Lou Reed

Drums usually seem to tune themselves.

Quotes by Levon Helm

Album Quotes

I wanted to play the drums, but I had no rhythm.

Quotes by Kim Shattuck

My brother is an excellent songwriter, and I play guitar and drums.

Quotes by Jeremy London

My first job was with The O'Jays playing drums.

Quotes by Jeffrey Osborne

I've played in pipe bands in Scotland, and I've always played guitars and drums and stuff.

Quotes by Ewan McGregor

My son, Wolfgang, plays drums, guitars and bass.

Quotes by Eddie Van Halen

Always Quotes

I started playing drums in the 4th grade.

Quotes by E-40

I used to play drums when I was a kid, play the trombone.

Quotes by Dolph Lundgren

Drums were my first instrument.

Quotes by Dick Dale

All I really had was a suitcase and my drums. So I took them up to Seattle and hoped it would work.

Quotes by Dave Grohl

I learned to play drums to the 'Blue Album.'

Quotes by Brendon Urie

Any Quotes

Most great records really start with the drums.

Quotes by Billy Corgan

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this drums quotes collection about?
It brings together musicians talking about playing drums, from touring drummers to people who love drumming despite admitting they are not very good at it. It covers both skill and pure enjoyment.
Why do people search for quotes about drums?
Drummers and fans alike look for drums quotes to capture the discipline, rhythm, and identity tied to the instrument, especially quotes that feel honest rather than overly polished.
What influences are mentioned in these drums quotes?
One quote cites '90s hip hop drums and tempos, along with David Bowie and Prince, as musical influences that shaped a particular sound. It grounds the topic in specific, real musical history.
Is there a humble or self-deprecating quote here?
Yes, one musician admits to playing the drums really, really badly, which adds a candid, relatable note to a topic that could otherwise sound purely aspirational.
Does this collection include someone who wanted drums but didn't have any?
One quote describes wanting to be a drummer as a kid without actually owning a drum set, a common story for musicians who started with desire before access. For more on musical dreams over time, see Age quotes.

Another quote turns the honesty up further, admitting to playing drums really badly yet still wanting to be a drummer without owning a kit. For more on musical ambition and craft, browse Age and Any quotes.