Edith Piaf

Cabaret Singer French 1915 – 1963

Little Sparrow whose emotional intensity and tragic persona captivated Paris.

387 quotes

"I believe that it is my responsibility to live well."
Life
"You know, it's only the happy people who really listen to music."
Music
"I'm always looking forward to tomorrow."
Hope
"Life has taught me to think, but thinking has not taught me to live."
Wisdom
"When you really love someone, you don't have to say anything."
Love
"I sing the way I feel."
Art
"Success doesn't interest me. I do it because I do it."
Success
"Fairy tales don't come true. Real life is the only fairytale that counts."
Truth
"Without music, life would be a mistake."
Music
"I never want to be away from you again, even for a moment."
Love
"The important thing is not the duration of life, but its quality."
Life
"I have no regrets. I had my moment."
Gratitude
"Love is stronger than anything."
Love
"A heart that hurts is a heart that beats."
Strength
"I am my own sanctuary and I can be reborn as many times as I choose throughout my life."
Freedom
"The show must go on."
Perseverance
"I sing with my soul, not just my voice."
Creativity
"Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself."
Life
"I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship."
Courage
"Every song is a battle and I am its warrior."
Motivation
"Real knowledge is to know the extent of one's ignorance."
Knowledge
"The artist must create beauty to make life worth living."
Beauty
"I refuse to accept anyone telling me what I can and cannot do."
Freedom
"Love without passion is like a song without music."
Love
"I gave everything for love, and love gave me everything in return."
Love
"What's beautiful is that you can change who you are inside."
Change
"The only way forward is to never look back."
Courage
"My pain is constant and sharp, and I do not hope for a better world for anyone."
Truth
"I am a woman who enjoys her work and does it with passion."
Work
"Happiness is when you love yourself despite your imperfections."
Happiness