Welcome to a compilation of insightful quotes by Roland Orzabal, the gifted musician and songwriter known for his contributions to the iconic band Tears for Fears. Throughout his illustrious career, Orzabal has captivated audiences with his poetic lyricism and profound insights into the human condition. From the haunting melodies of Everybody Wants to Rule the World to the introspective depth of Mad World, Orzabal’s words resonate with listeners across generations, offering solace, introspection, and inspiration.
As one half of the creative force behind Tears for Fears, Roland Orzabal has crafted a legacy that transcends mere music, delving into the realms of emotion, philosophy, and existential inquiry. His lyrics possess a rare authenticity, exploring themes of love, loss, resilience, and the search for meaning amidst the complexities of existence. Whether through anthemic choruses or whispered confessions, Orzabal’s words have the power to evoke a myriad of emotions, prompting listeners to ponder life’s mysteries and confront their innermost thoughts and feelings.
Below, you will find a collection of Roland Orzabal’s most memorable quotes, each offering a glimpse into the mind of this visionary artist. Feel free to draw inspiration from these profound words, whether you choose to reflect on them quietly, share them with others, or transform them into visually striking images adorned with stylish fonts. Let Orzabal’s wisdom serve as a guiding light on your journey of self-discovery and creative expression.
I think that definitely any trauma – whether it’s childhood or later in life – affects you negatively, especially when it’s suppressed, but there’s so much of us which is already in place. Roland Orzabal
It’s not good for you to be barred from traveling to certain places in your head because some skeleton is in the closet. Roland Orzabal
I was halfway through writing a gothic, country house mystery when, out of the blue, I received an email inviting me to audition for the ITV show, ‘Popstar To Operastar.’ Roland Orzabal
Two decades later, Gary Jules sang ‘Mad World’ for the film ‘Donnie Darko’ and got the Christmas No 1 in 2003. That was probably the proudest moment of my career. Roland Orzabal
I do a lot of vocal warmups, which are the same warmups I did when I was a kid, because I had a few classical singing lessons and stuff like that, so I know pretty much how I’m gonna be once I get on stage. Roland Orzabal
I’m proud of the younger Roland. Very proud of some of the lyrics. They stand up today. I’m cool with it, though some of it is a bit painful. Roland Orzabal
I had suffered from depression in my childhood. Roland Orzabal
I do an awful lot of thinking but, I also do an awful lot of dancing. Roland Orzabal
Bath was hardly known for its rock’n roll. We weren’t part of the London scene or the New Romantics or any of that. Roland Orzabal
Mad World’ hasn’t dated because it’s expressive of a period I call the teenage menopause, where your hormones are going crazy as you’re leaving childhood. Your fingers are on the cliff and you’re about to drop off, but somehow you cling on. Roland Orzabal
My voice has changed dramatically over the years. Roland Orzabal
A song about post-teenage angst like ‘Mad World’ seems to be permanently relevant. Roland Orzabal
All the serious bands, all the punks, came from Bristol. Roland Orzabal
I tend to get quite close to the songs because I’ve always been the main songwriter. Roland Orzabal
A lot of young people have been raised on our music, or rather had it forced upon them by their parents. Roland Orzabal
When you write really good lyrics – and sometimes I did! – they are just a joy to sing. Roland Orzabal
I did psychotherapy for about six years. I stopped going regularly when I’d finished ‘Elemental,’ which I think probably says something. I think I’m moving on. Roland Orzabal
Grief is a very strange thing. It can affect you in all kinds of ways. I lost a year. I’ve done a lot of therapy and it’s great to be back on the horse. Roland Orzabal
Better to say something simply instead of giving people a bunch of vague metaphors to mull over. Roland Orzabal
I didn’t marry someone timid and conservative. Roland Orzabal
Obviously, the big hits like ‘Shout,’ ‘Everybody Wants to Rule the World,’ ‘Head Over Heels,’ we play live, so there’s nothing new about them to me. Roland Orzabal
I’m interested in what makes people tick, how they think, what makes them behave the way they do. Roland Orzabal
It was brilliant in LA. The kids were young enough for it not to disturb their education and it was an incredibly healthy lifestyle. The weather’s so good that you’re up every morning, walking in the canyons, playing tennis three times a week. Roland Orzabal
My dad had been in the second world war, had electric shock treatment, suffered from anxiety and was abusive to my mum. I kept a lid on my feelings at school but, when I was 18, dropped out of everything and couldn’t even be bothered to get out of bed. Roland Orzabal
Good, effective pop music isn’t just verbal language. It takes a good physical beat to make you feel something. Roland Orzabal
I was, like, the guy who sat at the front of the class and did his homework and did everyone else’s homework and got A grades. Roland Orzabal
Raoul’ sold a respectable 700,000 copies without a hit single. It didn’t take off. If you don’t sell 8 million albums or 4 million albums again, everybody deems it a big failure. Roland Orzabal
I’m a Leo, with an Aquarian mid-heaven, so I can be mistaken for an Aquarius. My Sun-Uranus conjunction in Leo makes me an honorary Aquarian anyway. Roland Orzabal
I kept a lid on my feelings at school but, when I was 18, dropped out of everything and couldn’t even be bothered to get out of bed. Roland Orzabal
I can do some vocals in England; I can come across to LA You can do various versions – replace this, replace that. You can use software that almost makes the record for you. Roland Orzabal
I think it’s a shame that ‘Woman in Chains’ wasn’t a hit at the time, although it’s become one of people’s favorite songs. Roland Orzabal
I always thought I had a difficult childhood ’til I saw the film ‘Angela’s Ashes’. Roland Orzabal
When I became a parent I forgot about the part of myself which was very emotional, very dour a little depressed – but very good at writing emotional songs. Roland Orzabal
Tears for Fears was always very personal, but at the same time, it was always big business, a lot of pressure. Roland Orzabal