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Muse frontman Matt Bellamy has revealed how having little money growing up pushed him to be as successful as possible in his music career.
The rock frontman, who is currently on tour with his Westcountry bandmates, and thrilled London audiences on the weekend with a huge gig at the Emirates stadium, has opened up on how the recession had a huge impact on his childhood years.
"When I was growing up my mum and dad split when I was 13 or 14 during the early-Nineties recession. At that time my dad went bankrupt and it played a huge part in it all at home. I experienced the sharp end of a tough time, living with a single parent, my mum, and she was really struggling to get a job.
"These are the things that form your views in life. They are established when you are growing up and being raised. That stuff doesn't really go away, that stays with you. In a way, that is what drove me to want to be successful. I never want to have to be in that situation again - ever.
Matt Bellamy out with girlfriend Kate Hudson and their two sons in Manhatten
The band members are each multi-millionaires, but they all seem to have a firm foot on the ground. For Bellamy, as well as his band mates success isn't necessarily about wealth; family is still a priority.
"When you’re flitting about all over the world you can get caught up a bit in your own needs and wants," he added. “But as soon as there is someone else there, it puts it in perspective. It’s a really healthy thing. Family life is all about love.”
Muse are set to play in London for the second time in 8 days, with a special live performance in St James’ park to mark the World War Z première on Sunday 2nd June
Below: Spectacular shots of Muse playing at London Emirates in 2013
