Mary J. Blige Quotes & Sayings (Page 5)

“Even if you feel someone has wronged you or owes you something, no one is going to give you anything for free.”

“I can tell you I didn't feel good when I could not articulate properly. Getting my GED was important and I want other women to feel that.”

“I've been a tomboy my whole life. But then you get older, you get married, you soften up.”

“I'm my worst critic, and I like the fact that I can listen to myself now and make fun of myself, listen, make changes - 'Oh, man, that's messed up. Okay, I need to work on that; I need to work on this.'”

“When you know what pain is, and when you have to make a choice, you learn that it is a decision. People think it's a fairytale thing, love and happiness, but you have to work hard. And then - you feel it deeply.”

“It's challenging to find an identity as a young person if you don't have the sustenance of love, because you're being shipped around.”

“As a kid, I was in love with Michael Jackson, and I just knew I was going to marry him someday.”

“I barely have time for my own children. To adopt more children and not have time for them, that would be poor parenting on my part.”

“I don't have any health problems, but to keep your health improves your quality of life.”

“I believe there should be no more drama, but it's everywhere you go. It's just about how you get out. You've gotta bob and weave because it's everywhere. How do I keep the drama low? It's about using your head.”