Amy Winehouse

Jazz Soul Singer British 1983 – 2011

Retro soul genius whose authentic voice and style influenced contemporary music.

376 quotes

"I'm going to keep singing my truth."
"Music is the most honest form of expression."
Art
"I believe in second chances."
Hope
"Life is a song, and I'm going to sing it my way."
Life
"I'm trying to be myself, more and more every day, and I think that's all anyone can do."
Life
"Some people think I'm a diva, but I just know what I want and I'm not afraid to ask for it."
Courage
"Music is the only thing that makes sense to me when the rest of the world feels broken."
Music
"I'd rather have 10 people who get it than 10,000 people who don't."
"You've got to have thick skin in this industry, but keep your heart soft."
Strength
"My imperfections are what make me real and relatable to people."
Beauty
"I don't want to be famous. I want to be brilliant."
Success
"Sometimes the best things in life are the ones that hurt the most."
Wisdom
"I believe in living fully, even when it's complicated."
Life
"Love is the most powerful force, but also the most destructive."
Love
"Your voice is your superpower, use it wisely."
Power
"I'd rather cry than scream, so I write my feelings into my music."
Art
"Integrity is worth more than any record deal."
Truth
"Don't let anyone dim your light or change who you are."
Freedom
"Real talent isn't about perfection, it's about honesty."
Creativity
"I've learned that vulnerability is actually a sign of strength."
Courage
"The best songs come from the worst moments of your life."
Music
"Never compromise your art for commercial success."
Art
"I think life is about finding beauty in the broken pieces."
Beauty
"You have to feel everything deeply to create something meaningful."
"The struggle is where the magic happens in music and in life."
Perseverance
"I'd rather be underrated and authentic than overrated and fake."
"Sometimes you have to lose yourself to find what really matters."
Life
"My music is my diary, my confession, my truth."
Truth
"I believe good things come to those who work hard and stay true."
Motivation
"The world needs more love and less judgment."
Kindness