Glenn Danzig Quotes, born Glenn Allen Anzalone on June 23, 1955, in Lodi, New Jersey, is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer, best known as the founder of the bands Misfits, Samhain, and Danzig.
His provocative lyrics and dark, theatrical style have made him a pioneer in punk, horror punk, and heavy metal, with hits like “Mother” and “Last Caress.” Danzig also owns Evilive Records and Verotik, an adult-oriented comic book company, and has directed films.
These 15 quotes—sourced from his songs, interviews, and posts on X—reflect his unapologetic individuality, views on creativity, societal critique, and passion for music’s raw energy.
15 Glenn Danzig Quotes
- “I’m not a misfit; I’m just unique.” (Bookey, 2023)
- “Pain opens your eyes, changes the price of things, and controls your life.” (Bookey, 2023)
- “True art is born from the depths of our souls.” (Bookey, 2023)
- “To truly live, you must embrace your darkness and let it guide you.” (Bookey, 2023)
- “I don’t see any holy wars being fought in the name of Satan.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “My view on Democrats is that they’re fascists disguised as liberals, or liberal moderates. You’re not allowed to say anything they don’t agree with.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “Until the contract is signed, nothing is real.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “I love giving the energy and getting the energy back. There is nothing like it.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “To some people heavy metal is Motörhead and to others it’s Judas Priest.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “But when you get to a song, not only do you have to do a vocal melody, you have to write words and not be redundant and make some semblance of a story.” (PictureQuotes.com, n.d.)
- “I just told you I wasn’t a Satanist.” (PictureQuotes.com, n.d.)
- “I like to stay busy. I am a workaholic, and I like to be creative.” (PictureQuotes.com, n.d.)
- “If you’re a music fan, you think these artists will be here forever, but you should enjoy them while they’re here, because you never know what will happen.” (PictureQuotes.com, n.d.)
- “Mother, tell your children not to walk my way, tell your children not to hear my words.” (Song, “Mother,” Danzig, 1988)
- “I was bringing my attitude as a regular person ‘cause this is my attitude.” (PictureQuotes.com, n.d.)
Glenn Danzig’s quotes pulse with defiance, creativity, and a refusal to conform, embodying his raw, unfiltered approach to music and life. Which one sparks your fire? Drop it in the comments and keep the punk-metal spirit alive!
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