Teena Marie Quotes & Sayings (Page 2)

“I always try to be a trend setter. That's what I always tell young people when I'm giving them advice. To go with their heart and don't follow the trends.”

“I just think it's a blessing that I was able to have the gift of words and to be able to put them into music. I was given a great gift all the way around. I didn't ever have to really go out and look for songs, you know.”

“All in all, it's been a wonderful, wonderful ride. I don't plan on stopping anytime soon.”

“I just really always try to do what's in my heart and I'm still passionate about the music; I still love what I am doing.”

“I'm from California, and still live in LA.”

“I constantly tour, even when I don't have a record out.”

“I have a deep affinity for New Orleans - its like a second home to me - they treat me like I'm their own.”

“I think that's the problem in a lot of music. We've got these record labels.”

“My first album came out in 1979.”

“I try to keep my ear to the streets without sacrificing who I am as an artist. If a song needs a drum machine I'll use a drum machine. If it needs a drummer, I'll use a real drummer.”