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Famous Elvis Costello Quotes
“There are some things you can't cover up with lipstick and powder.”
“It's a dangerous game that comedy plays. Sometimes it tells you the truth; sometimes it delays it.”
“The radio is in the hands of such a lot of fools tryin' to anesthetize the way that you feel.”
“Morrissey writes wonderful song titles, but sadly he often forgets to write the song.”
“These are the sort of things that push you on in music - the curiosity, a passion for new ideas.”
“There's so many people to see. So many people to check up on and add to your collection.”
“Though the passion still flutters and flickers, it never got into our knickers.”
“When in doubt, play track 4 - it is usually the one you want.”
“There are many critics who have an idealised version of where my strengths lie.”
“You swore you wouldn't shout. If it's not your punch, then it's your pout.”
“Cause somewhere in the Quizling Clinic, there's a shorthand typist taking seconds over minutes.”
“I'm just the mere shadow of my former selfishness. I crave the silhouette of your kiss.”
“In the tiny torn up pieces of his mind he's irresistible too.”