David Crosby Quotes, born August 14, 1941, in Los Angeles, California, was an American singer-songwriter and guitarist whose soaring harmonies and activism shaped folk-rock. As a founding member of The Byrds and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (CSNY), he crafted hits like “Turn! Turn! Turn!” and “Woodstock,” earning a 1997 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction. With over 30 albums, including solo works like If I Could Only Remember My Name (1971), Crosby’s music blended introspection and social commentary.
These 15 quotes—sourced from his songs, interviews, and posts on X—reflect his insights on music, life, love, and freedom, capturing his rebellious, soulful spirit until his passing in 2023.
15 David Crosby Quotes
- “I almost cut my hair, it happened just the other day, but I didn’t and I wonder why, I feel like letting my freak flag fly.” (Song, “Almost Cut My Hair,” Déjà Vu, 1970)
- “You who are on the road must have a code that you can live by.” (Song, “Teach Your Children,” Déjà Vu, 1970)
- “There’s a great deal of mystery in playing the guitar.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “I’m an inveterate hippie, and I love the fact that we were right about peace and love.” (Interview, QuoteFancy, n.d.)
- “Don’t waste the time. Time is the final currency, man. Not money, not power—it’s time.” (Interview, AZQuotes, n.d.)
- “Music is love, love is music, music is life, and I love my life.” (Post on X, @thedavidcrosby, 2019-08-14)
- “We’ve got to get ourselves back to the garden.” (Song, “Woodstock,” Déjà Vu, 1970)
- “I think music is a lifting force, I think love is the lifting force in the human condition.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “The saddest thing is when people don’t vote. It’s like throwing away your voice.” (Interview, Goodreads, n.d.)
- “I’m one of those guys who will drink to people’s health, you know, their success.” (Interview, AZQuotes, n.d.)
- “The only way to change the world is to keep singin’ about what’s right.” (Post on X, @thedavidcrosby, 2021-06-15)
- “Guinnevere had green eyes, like yours, lady, like yours.” (Song, “Guinnevere,” Crosby, Stills & Nash, 1969)
- “You have to be honest in your music, or it’s just noise.” (Interview, Rolling Stone, 1970)
- “We’re all just trying to find a little peace in this crazy world.” (Interview, QuoteFancy, n.d.)
- “Love is the only thing that makes the ride worthwhile.” (Post on X, @thedavidcrosby, 2022-08-14)
David Crosby’s quotes resonate with soulful rebellion, heartfelt wisdom, and a passion for music and love, inspiring fans to live freely and fight for a better world. Which quote strikes a chord with your soul? Share it in the comments and keep Crosby’s folk-rock legacy alive!
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