I went to a general store but they wouldn't let me buy anything specific. Steven Wright buygeneralspecific Change image and share on social
When I was a kid, I never did funny things to get attention. I was never a funny person. I was never, like, 'Oh, wow. I could say this some day on stage.' Steven Wright attentiondayfunny Change image and share on social
Cross country skiing is great if you live in a small country. Steven Wright countrycrossgreat Change image and share on social
My favorite book is anything by Kurt Vonnegut - he's my literary hero. I got to meet him several times, which was a great thrill for me. I don't really remember what we talked about. Steven Wright bookfavoritegreat Change image and share on social
I've been doing comedy longer than I haven't been doing comedy, as I was performing for three years before I even got on 'The Tonight Show.' There's truly nothing like it; it's intense and exhilarating, even though it looks so casual. Steven Wright casualcomedyexhilarate share on social
I don't feel that I'm explaining the world or teaching people anything. And I'm not trying to be a mirror, showing them what's really going on the world. All I'm trying to do is think of stuff that's funny, just like when I'm kidding around with my friends. Steven Wright explainfeelfriend share on social
If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you. Steven Wright skydivesucceed Change image and share on social
I paint; I draw and paint - I've been doing that since I was in third grade, drawing realistically and then changing to abstract art. That was my first creative thing before guitar or comedy. Steven Wright abstractartchange Change image and share on social
Doing stand-up is like running across a frozen pond with the ice breaking behind you. I love it because it's dangerous. Steven Wright breakdangerousfreeze Change image and share on social
I kept a diary right after I was born. Day 1: Tired from the move. Day 2: Everyone thinks I'm an idiot. Steven Wright beardaydiary Change image and share on social
