Conor Oberst

I think there's a danger, for me at least, in retreating and going inward and depression. I have to stay diligent against that tendency. ”

When you're 16 or 17, I think like most people that age, the first time you experience certain things in life, whether it's heartbreak or death or love, obviously it's going to seem like a much bigger deal. ”

I like the Alice in Wonderland sculpture in Central Park. I love how it's been rained on forever and looks worn down by time. ”

I think in a lot of ways unconditional love is a myth. My mom's the only reason I know it's a real thing. ”

I enjoy recording and performing, but it's the songwriting that I love most. ”

We must memorize nine numbers and deny we have a soul. ”

I really just want to be warm yellow light that pours over everyone I love. ”

No lies, just love. ”

Love's an excuse to get hurt. ”

I like to feel the burn of the audience's eyes when I'm whispering all my darkest secrets into the microphone. ”