American singer-songwriter
Born: August 14, 1941
Died: January 18, 2023
David Crosby is a renowned American singer-songwriter and musician, born on August 14, 1941, in Los Angeles, California. He gained prominence as a founding member of the iconic folk rock band The Byrds in the mid-1960s. His distinctive voice and songwriting contributions played a pivotal role in shaping the band’s sound and success.
Crosby’s journey continued with the formation of Crosby, Stills & Nash (CSN), a supergroup that became a symbol of the late 1960s counterculture. Later joined by Neil Young, the quartet became Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young (CSNY), producing hit albums like “Déjà Vu.” Crosby’s harmonious vocals and socially conscious lyrics were central to the group’s impact.
Throughout his career, Crosby battled personal challenges, including substance abuse and legal issues, which sometimes overshadowed his musical accomplishments. Despite this, he pursued a successful solo career with albums such as “If I Could Only Remember My Name” and “Sky Trails.”
Crosby’s enduring influence on rock and folk music is marked by his unique vocal blend, intricate guitar work, and introspective songwriting. He has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice – with The Byrds and CSN – and his legacy as a pioneering musician and a voice of a generation remains deeply ingrained in the fabric of music history.
David Crosby’s 5 most popular quotes
- I think ideas are still the most powerful things on the planet, and music is a great way to transmit them.
- I am having so much fun performing, I feel almost guilty. I think, my God, I hope no one comes and busts me for this.
- I don’t think being angry is useful or healthy, and usually when I get angry, my brain just goes right out the window. Boom, as soon as the adrenaline hits, instant stupid. Just add water and mix.
- The stupid thing I incorrectly believed for a long time is that I believed for a long time that some politicians could sometimes tell the truth.
- Chestnut brown canary, ruby throated sparrow, sing a song, don’t be long, thrill me to the marrow.
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