I tended not to be concerned about whether a song was going to be a hit when I wrote it. Because it became evident that none of us knew what was a hi…

- Hal David

The talent is always there and art is cyclical. I’m optimistic.

- Hal David

It's not just a revue where one song is done, then another. There are concepts and ideas at work.

- Hal David

Pop songs are not as graceful as they used to be. Performers today haven’t gone through the regimen of learning how to write. And of course, everyone…

- Hal David

Mother told me always to follow the golden rule.And she said it's really a sin to be mean and cruel.So remember if you're untrueAngels up in heaven a…

- Hal David

The love of a girl can make a man stay on when he should go,Just tryin' to build a peaceful life where love is free to grow.

- Hal David

I'm never gonna stop the rain by complainin'.

- Hal David

In writing I search for believability, simplicity, and emotional impact.

- Hal David

Above all, I try to create an emotion to which others can respond.

- Hal David