Keith Moon Quotes

United Kingdom, Drummer
August 23, 1946 – September, 7, 1978.

Keith John Moon (23 August 1946 – 7 September 1978) was an English drummer for the rock band the Who. He was noted for his unique style and his eccentric, often self-destructive behaviour. His drumming continues to be praised by critics and musicians.

I've always enjoyed myself. Unhappy periods for me last about twenty minutes.

Keith Moon The Who
- Unhappy
- Periods
I tried several things and this was the only one I enjoyed doing.

Keith Moon The Who
- Things
- Enjoyed

At heart I cannot accept that I am a well-known rock 'n' roll star and one of the greatest drummers in the world.

Keith Moon The Who
- World
- Heart
- Rock
My friends call me Keith, but you can call me John.

Keith Moon The Who
- Friends
I can't believe that person on the television is really me.

Keith Moon The Who
- Believe
To get your playing more forceful, hit the drums harder.

Keith Moon The Who
- Playing
- Drums
- Forceful
I love to see people laugh and I love it more if I can make them laugh.

Keith Moon The Who
- People
I told people I was a drummer before I even had a set, I was a mental drummer.

Keith Moon The Who
- People

They're always saying I'm a capitalistic pig. I suppose I am. But... it's good for my drumming.

Keith Moon The Who
- Good
Give me a mandolin and I'll play you rock 'n' roll.

Keith Moon The Who
I was a rust repairer. I was a rust repairer and full-time survivor. I survived all the major earthquakes, and the Titanic, and several air crash.

Keith Moon The Who
- Time
- Air
- Titanic
I don’t think the drums are a solo instrument. Drums are there to set the beat for the music.

Keith Moon The Who
- Music
- Beat
- Drums
I'm still the best Keith Moon-style drummer in the world.

Keith Moon The Who
- World
- Style
- Drummer