"I was told by my grandfather who was a minister that we all were put here on earth to be of service to one another, and it is quite gratifying to know that if I am able to be of help to one that is not able to help themselves then I am fulfilling my obligation as a human being."

-- Dionne Warwick

#Grandfather Quotes #Earth Quotes #Able Quotes

“Once you realize that there are only certain points which you are willing to negotiate, it makes the negotiation much simpler.”
“Feeling in the young precedes philosophy, and often acts with a more certain aim.”

Source : William Carleton (1850). “The Clarionet, the Dead Boxer, and Barney Branagan. [From “The Fawn of Spring-Vale ... and Other Tales.”]”, p.18
“We must remember that one determined person can make a significant difference, and that a small group of determined people can change the course of history.”
“I think that whatever you do, if you're a singer, a rapper, an architect, dentist, treat that like when you're doing it, your whole career depends on that moment.”

Source : "Eric Benet Interview: New Album, Staying Authentic, Passion for R&B, Potential Project with Tamia". Youknowigotsoul.com Interview, youknowigotsoul.com. October 5, 2016.
“Remembrance is the secret of reconciliation.”
“The problem that I have is with the music business. For some reason it seems almost impossible to get anything, any music, released which includes improvisation or soloing.”
“I want a theory to come out to guide policy.”
“For every rockabilly festival staged here, there are 10 held overseas.”

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