I remember the first pangs of stress arriving at the end of school. Once I graduated I had to get a full-time job, worry about health insurance, saving money, paying rent – things Id never thought about before. – Ezra Koenig
I grew up listening to Jay-Z, and I think the first time I really became obsessed with learning and thinking about lyrics was when I started listening to rap I was 11, 12, and started becoming aware of music beyond the familiar. – Ezra Koenig
I do think sometimes theres danger in guest appearance mania. Ive seen too many examples that sound cool on paper, like Oh, get that guy to sing the hook on that guys song, and then thats all it is. Its a cool idea that sounds good on paper. – Ezra Koenig
I dont like to generalize but Ive had nothing but bad experiences with Mexican food in Europe. – Ezra Koenig
Who is there that ever receives a gift and tries to make bargains about it? Let us, then, return thanks for what He has bestowed on us. Who can tell whether, if we had had a larger share of ability or stronger health, we should not have possessed them to our destruction. – Alphonsus Liguori
The sun seems fascinated to get closer to this paradise landscape, and keeps dropping half inch by half inch in the west. Tenderly he flies to his lover, the Ocean, who twists in delight with his imminent arrival. “Patience, my love,” the Sun whispers in long golden rays. “Soon I am yours.” – Edmond Manning, King Perry