I realized that I started writing songs to make people feel how I felt, rather than just making them feel something. That's not the way I should do things.
Marilyn MansonPeople hate to describe their music. What we have come to call it is "beat up your mom" music. As far as describing what it sounds like, I guess you'd have to listen.
Marilyn MansonFind out what's really out there. I never said to be like me, I say be like you and make a difference.
Marilyn MansonPeople expect me to me a 'shock rocker,' but there's nothing you can do anymore to be shocking.
Marilyn Manson