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Well, I started writing songs about three years ago when I learned to play the guitar, but I've been singing since I was eleven.

Quotes by Colbie Caillat

Whenever it was spring break, someone would always have a guitar down at the beach, and they'd play a random song, and I'd sing. Eventually, hearing compliments from people saying I sounded pretty good stuck with me.

Quotes by Cole Swindell

My main focus now is playing the guitar. I'm not really like, dancing on stage anymore.

Quotes by Cody Simpson

Vocally, I had never taken a lesson when I put out my videos. It was just a lot of fun. I had watched my dad play guitar, so I just sort of did the same thing.

Quotes by Cody Simpson

I found myself in a meeting on my 13th birthday, which I really had no idea the enormity of, but I was in a meeting with the CEO of Atlantic Records, who sort of signed me right then and there...

Quotes by Cody Simpson

John Mayer is the epitome of the lead guitar player so I sent him an email with a bunch of my music and he sent back really detailed advice.

Quotes by Cody Simpson

For me, it's more about the musicianship - focusing on the guitar, playing with my band, rather than just going out and doing what anyone my age can do with backup dancers and a track.

Quotes by Cody Simpson

I first picked up a guitar at seven after watching Dad play at backyard barbecues.

Quotes by Cody Simpson

I've really improved, I think, as far as just being able to get up onstage with my guitar and sing.

Quotes by Cody Simpson

I've told older friends to pick up the guitar because it's a great way to express yourself. It's not all about making money: it's about creating art and working with other people. It's a journey, and it's a really fun...

Quotes by Cindy Wilson

I have a good time doing 'Give Me Back My Man.' Keith Strickland can really fly on the guitar.

Quotes by Cindy Wilson

I came to New York with two bags, my guitar and my laptop. I set my stuff down and immediately ran to an audition.

Quotes by Ciara Renee

I've written my own music, and I play guitar.

Quotes by Cillian Murphy

I'm an old guitar player who has fallen into television and is so happy he did.

Quotes by Chuck Lorre

The Big Band Era is my era. People say, 'Where did you get your style from?' I did the Big Band Era on guitar. That's the best way I could explain it.

Quotes by Chuck Berry

Charlie Christian played amplified guitar with Benny Goodman's quartet. He was the greatest guitar player that ever was. But he never looked up from the guitar. But I put a little dance to it. They appreciate seein' something along with...

Quotes by Chuck Berry

My first instrument was the piano; I played in the church, and before that I sang in church. I didn't learn the guitar until I was 24 years old.

Quotes by Chuck Brown

If you can't play it on an acoustic guitar or a grand piano then it's not a song.

Quotes by Christopher Cross

I write my own music. By myself, on a computer, I program guitar and piano.

Quotes by Christina Grimmie

Kane is a band I formed with my best friend Steve Carlson. We just got together and started playing guitar. He was playing some old school rock and roll, and we got together and thought, 'Hey, let's take this on...

Quotes by Christian Kane

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a quote about the guitar being a foundational instrument?
Yes — one puts it plainly: "The basic idea is always constructed around piano or guitar and a voice, that's what we live and die by, because if you build up from that foundation, it's going to be strong." It treats guitar as a core building block of songwriting. For more on the bigger picture of making music, see Music quotes.
Is there a quote comparing guitar to another instrument?
Yes — one compares it to organ: "To me, guitar cuts through-it carries more than organ." It's a personal preference about which instrument stands out more in a mix.
Is there a quote about self-taught guitar playing?
Yes — one is refreshingly honest: "I've never really been schooled in music theory. I'm a guitar player, and I attack the guitar in a certain way." It celebrates a raw, personal style over formal training. For more on finding your own creative voice, browse Expression quotes.
Is there a quote about writing guitar parts around vocals?
Yes — one explains their process: "It's always a pleasure when you can compose guitar parts from a strong vocal and not just put the melody on top of guitar riffs." It shows a thoughtful approach to arranging music around the voice. For more on the feeling behind musical choices like this, see Emotion quotes.
What's the overall theme tying these guitar quotes together?
They show guitar as both a technical foundation and a deeply personal, expressive instrument — something players build songs around and pour real feeling into. For more on the drive that fuels musicianship, check out Passion quotes.

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