People are always defining and re-defining music. My style of playing has been characterized as smooth jazz and acid jazz. I listen as I play; I'm not caught up in defining the type of music I play.

The true beauty of music is that it connects people. It carries a message, and we, the musicians, are the messengers.

The true beauty of music is that it connects people.

I'd definitely love to play in Nashville again. That would be really good.

DJs and people in the street know what they like.

I was being an artist, being sensitive and technical as artists are. I'm sure Leonardo Da Vinci did that. Artists don't always feel the same as others feel about their work.

A lot of the hip hop artists don't write music. They write words.

Soul has no musical geographical or racial boundaries.

I've been sampled so much and I'm glad it's happened, it's a great compliment.

I still look good. I'm trippin', but people tell me that all the time. So check it out, I'm 63, and still kicking. I've been putting records out every year.

I don't trip on that much. I just like to enjoy life and be happy.

I would not want a husband who valued my appearance more than my wit.

The brighter you are, the more you have to learn.

The greatest story ever told is, in fact, the greatest story ever sold

He who lives without committing any folly is not so wise as he thinks.

Her lips were drawn to his like a moth to a flame.

Mud-pies gratify one of our first and best instincts. So long as we are dirty, we are pure.

There are answers which, in turning away wrath, only send it to the other end of the room.

There is never any turning back Gemma. You have to go forward. Make the future yours.

Muzzle a dog and he will bark out of the other end.

When you're out grocery shopping for your family, maybe you can put a can of cat or dog food in your cart and bring it to an animal relief center.