Count Basie practically adopted me at 13. We became closer and closer and I ended up conducting for him and Sinatra.

Greatness occurs when your children love you, when your critics respect you and when you have peace of mind.

I went with Lionel Hampton for three years. Out of that came a trip to Europe.

Not one ounce of my self worth depends on your acceptance of me.

Let's not get too full of ourselves. Let's leave space for God to come into the room.

You Make Your Mistakes To Learn How To Get To The Good Stuff

I learned real early why God gave us two ears and one mouth, because you're supposed to listen twice as much as you talk.

Imagine what a harmonious world it could be if every single person, both young and old shared a little of what he is good at doing.

The process is the most beautiful part.

I've always thought that a big laugh is a really loud noise from the soul saying, "Ain't that the truth."

The only music I don't like is bad music.

But there's nothing wrong with being scared. I think everyone's a little scared. Even the government.

If you are wise you won't be deceived by the innocent airs of those whom you have once found to be dangerous.

We are at war between consciousness and nature, between the desire for permanence and the fact of flux. It is ourself against ourselves.

It is not enough to love those who are near and dear to us. We must also show them that we do so.

The witches do not know the origin of their cult.

Zuckerberg had the good sense to know both his own limitations and interests. He wanted an executive who would free him to do what he loved: code, and enhancing the Facebook platform.

I am a product of the system, I was born to destroy.

I'm into all types of stuff. I might have on Pumas one day, Givenchy the next. I'd wear this John Elliott sweat suit to the club.

I started writing as soon as I started reading.

Every moment presents a new opportunity and a new decision.