We should also start taking care of the future, not just the heritage.

[ on the "tropicalization" of intellectual property laws ] To make the digital world join in the samba.

Like most artists and musicians, I considered myself detached from the political life. But I had an insight that maybe we would have a political contribution to make in the future.

Brazil was, is, and will be in fashion.

I see the future of Brazil as the future of the planet.

The United States is very important, too important in the civilizational process of the world. It's difficult to move, to make a difference in establishments like the one the US represents.

Obama came to power with this element of raising many new hopes and expectations but he's been fought back by the system, becoming almost paralyzed in a way.

Habit rules the unreflecting herd.

Words can be like X-rays if you use them properly -- they’ll go through anything. You read and you’re pierced.

Understanding is a pure glass of water. All great truths have no taste. Hints of sweetness are coloured by the need for amazement.

Honor women! they entwine and weave heavenly roses in our earthly life.

I've liked the Yankees since I was a kid. I grew up in Canada so I kind of identified with New York sports teams.

When you argue with your inferiors, you convince them of only one thing: they are as clever as you.

For example, if I make money, I put it in real estate. I always did very well. Location, location, location.

What, do they run already? Then I die happy.

I have always sensed the exhilaration and independence of being self-propelled. Besides, you can jog while pushing a baby carriage. Maybe I'm a product of Wonder Woman comic books

Excellence is not a singular act, but a habit.