Levon Helm Quotes & Sayings (Page 5)

“My dad and I played music. He teaches me a song or two every time I'm home.”

“There were no rules, other than that the song should sound good and be fun to play.”

“Well, somebody's got to sing. They won't hire you unless you sing.”

“When I was younger, I used to drive up to a bunch of turkeys, roll down the window and say something. They'd all gobble back at once.”

“The crowd is just as important as the group. It takes everything to make it work.”

“You got to pick one - pay your medical bills or pay the mortgage. Most people can't do both, and I'm no different.”

“I don't hear record companies coming up with any good ideas or suggestions. Historically, if it ain't their idea, it ain't no good, so you got that to contend with.”

“We're all dealt with the same hand here, so to speak. I feel like I've had it a lot better than most people. I've had the opportunity to travel and play music all my life.”