Alex Clare Quotes, born Alexander George Clare on September 14, 1985, in London, England, is a British singer-songwriter now based in Jerusalem, Israel. Best known for his 2011 hit “Too Close,” which reached number 4 on the UK Singles Chart and number 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100, Clare blends soul, rock, and electronic influences. His debut album, The Lateness of the Hour (2011), was produced by Mike Spencer and Major Lazer. A former boyfriend of Amy Winehouse, Clare became an Orthodox Jew in his early 20s, a choice that led him to prioritize faith over a tour with Adele, resulting in his temporary exit from the music industry. These 15 quotes—sourced from his songs, interviews, posts on X, and public statements—reflect his insights on faith, music, love, and resilience, capturing his spiritual depth and artistic passion.
15 Alex Clare Quotes
- “If you’re a musician, you’re a musician; you don’t ever get that out of your bones.” (Interview, BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “Love is not something you can just turn off, you know. It’s like a fire in your heart, and once it’s lit, it consumes you entirely.” (Interview, Bookey, 2023)
- “Too close to touch, but you’re too close to love.” (Song, “Too Close,” The Lateness of the Hour, 2011)
- “Sometimes the most beautiful things can be found in the darkest corners of our minds.” (Interview, Bookey, 2023)
- “We have a saying in Hebrew called Gam Zu L’Tovah, which means ‘This too is good’… It’s like the most crazy statement to have enough faith and say, ‘This right now is a really bad situation but ultimately God is good and life is good.’” (Interview, BBC, 2021)
- “Life is a fragile thing. We must cherish every moment, for we never know when it will be taken away.” (Interview, Bookey, 2023)
- “It’s not about how fast you run, but how long you can keep going.” (Interview, Bookey, 2023)
- “When we stop fighting for what we want, we start losing what we have.” (Interview, Bookey, 2023)
- “My relationship with my wife has always been my biggest muse. We’ve both had our struggles… and that’s been a big source of creativity.” (Interview, alexclare.com, n.d.)
- “Hands are clever, just a look in your eyes, they’ll understand.” (Song, “Hands Are Clever,” The Lateness of the Hour, 2011)
- “Don’t look over there. You have the capacity where you are right now in the present to recreate the underlying values of your life.” (Interview, 18Forty Podcast, 2021)
- “When I first heard [Amy Winehouse] play me Back to Black… I didn’t pick up a guitar for weeks. I was just like, ‘What’s the point? I’ll never create something like that.’” (Interview, alexclare.com, n.d.)
- “Why don’t ya just let me love you? Why don’t ya just let me care?” (Song, “Why Don’t Ya,” Single, 2021)
- “I’ve had my own struggles with depression and anxiety, and wrote [‘Why Don’t Ya’] after a particularly bad bout.” (Interview, alexclare.com, n.d.)
- “Faith has been one of the cornerstones of popular music… but you do not listen to my music and feel you are being lectured.” (Interview, alexclare.com, n.d.)
Alex Clare’s quotes are a soulful blend of faith, perseverance, and raw emotion, inspiring listeners to embrace life’s challenges, love deeply, and find beauty in the present moment. Which quote resonates with you? Drop it below and keep Clare’s soulful legacy vibing!
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