I knew I had a gift. I wanted the world to hear my music, and I wanted it to be my career, but I didn't know how to go about it. Leon Bridges careergifthear Change image and share on social
Gospel music played a huge part of my life. I was too scared to audition for the choir, but through my own music, I was also able to find spirituality for myself. Leon Bridges auditionchoirfind Change image and share on social
For me, making music just starts with a simple melody, and lyrics will come sometime after that. Leon Bridges lyricmakemelody Change image and share on social
People tell me they use my song 'Coming Home' at their weddings. My audience seems to range from young to old, and it's cool when you really get to connect with all different people. Leon Bridges audiencecomeconnect Change image and share on social
My music is more than me writing a flashy soul song. They're heartfelt songs about my family and true stories. I have also songs that aren't personal, but just painting a picture. I don't like being put under labels, but my music is going to continue to stay classic and timeless forever. Leon Bridges classiccontinuefamily share on social
I like to wear short-sleeved collared shirts and high-waist trousers with shiny shoes. And at night, when I'm playing, I'll often wear suits. But it started with my uncle's vintage clothes. Leon Bridges clothecollarehigh Change image and share on social
I shop at thrift stores and consignment shoppes. I wear my clothes as is, and maybe get them dry cleaned whenever possible. Leon Bridges cleanclotheconsignment Change image and share on social
The first time I shared my music and style with my mom, she said, 'Boy, you look like you came right out of the 1950s.' Leon Bridges 1950sboymom Change image and share on social
I'm totally open to exploring different types of music. I just have to always remember to be true to who I am. Leon Bridges exploremusicopen Change image and share on social
My mother and my great-aunt told me stories, like how when my grandfather first met my grandmother at a party, he noticed her long legs and was like, 'Woo woo!' I like to incorporate those stories into my music. They just seem to fit. Leon Bridges auntfitgrandfather share on social