For someone whos had the level of success Ive had, theres been very little critical review of my work, which is pretty fascinating. – Billy Corgan
The ideology of the Smashing Pumpkins was ultimately more valuable than the music of the Smashing Pumpkins. Thats what critics cant put their finger on. – Billy Corgan
To be able to put your arms around 24 years of music, its really fun. – Billy Corgan
Most of my arguments with musicians through the years have had more to do with their attitude about music, or their attitude about their own lives, or their personal responsibility. Music has never really been the big centerpiece of the fight. – Billy Corgan
If theres no fire, theres no scream. If theres no scream, then no one hears you and no one comes to help you in the first place. The depth of my struggle has definitely determined the height of my success. To be able to teach my kids not just about success but about the struggle that comes with it. – R. Kelly