When I would first come to New York on tour, I hated the place. Conor Oberst hateplacetour Change image and share on social
The only thing major labels can really offer is money. Conor Oberst majorofferlabel Change image and share on social
I've given up trying to understand what people think about me. It seems like a lot of people don't like the music we make and don't know me, or something. Conor Oberst understandmusichave Change image and share on social
To finish a song is the best feeling in the world. Conor Oberst songworldfinish Change image and share on social
To me, a political song is also a personal song. Most political activism has been driven by empathy for other people and the desire for a world that's less divisive. Even if songs aren't overtly political, they can make a listener more empathetic. Conor Oberst empatheticpeopledesire share on social
Considering our history, I can think of nothing more American than an immigrant. Conor Oberst americanimmigranthistory Change image and share on social
On good days, I can see the inherent goodness in people, and that human beings have a high capacity to learn and adapt. But things like the environment, nuclear weapons and ideas like peak oil - if you think about them too much, they can really freak you out. Conor Oberst capacityideagood share on social
Movement has been one of the few constants in my life, and I always feel a great sense of optimism when I set off to a new place. Conor Oberst constantlifeplace Change image and share on social
I remember having to quit school and quit my job. I just sort of moved all my stuff into other people's places. Within, like, six months, I was able to earn enough money from touring to rent a place again. Conor Oberst moneyquitpeople share on social
When I was younger, I was somewhat of an idealist. I guess I'm a little bit more of a realist now. I think there's a lot that can be done to make the world a better place, but it's more about choosing your battles. Conor Oberst worldidealistbattle share on social
