Quotessence
Home / Quotes / Quote by Davey Havok

Quote by Davey Havok

“Personally I have my own political views and being straight-edge I'm happy to talk about that, but the music that always meant the most to me, was more emotional.”

Quote by Davey Havok

Author

Davey Havok
Davey Havok

Davey Havok, born David Michael Harkins, is an American vocalist and lyricist, best known as the lead singer of the Post-hardcore band MISERY INDEX. His musical career began in the 1990s, and he is praised for his profound lyrics and unique musical style. more

You May Also Like

“Obviously, it was a big life change for me and quite a shock to suddenly have these songs I'd written in my bedroom as a far-too-intense teenager all over the airwaves and see my face on buses, especially in a small country like New Zealand, but at the same time it was such a thrill and an honour knowing that my music was reaching people.”

“In the end, no matter how my records are panned or praised, if there are kids and communities in developing nations that have improved living conditions and are finally getting access to things we all have a basic right to (clean water, education, healthcare) because I am able to advocate, raise awareness or funds in some small way, then my life has achieved something that in the end means far more than having the track or album of the moment.”