10cc's member emphasizes the band's pivotal role in 70s music innovation, comparing their artistry to bands like Sparks and Roxy Music and arguing for their greater recognition. With three No. 1 hits recorded with different lead singers, they defy the conventional showbiz image exemplified by Queen. The band attributes their longevity to the strength of their songwriting, influenced by various early music icons and personal experiences. They highlight the interplay between fantasy and reality in their songwriting process, illustrating their depth and complexity, which remain relevant today.
We were never a showbiz kind of band, but Queen are still performing with Adam Lambert and I'm touring our catalogue, so it shows that we've both stood the test of time.
The songs are the stars of the show, really. It's about the music and the songwriting, not the image.
I wasn't good at school and my parents didn't force me to go to university, because they recognised that songwriting is a gift and I was lucky enough to have it.
Songs often combine fantasy and real experiences. I rediscovered a song called I'm Lazy... maybe I was suffering from depression.
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