My father worked hard, but we were still very poor; and I didn’t want anybody arguing about money, so I became the entertainer, the one who wanted everyone to be happy. I didn’t want there to be any problems.
DIANA ROSSI don’t think getting in and out of a limousine has anything to do with being an icon.
More Diana Ross Quotes
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If I’m with a man I’m soft and buttery.
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Hair has always been important.
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So I’m not worried about the emotions I carry with me, because I’m happy that I have them; I think it’s good for the work I do. The emotions that are not healthy are the ones you hold inside, like anger.
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One thing you cannot control is nature.
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I would like to enjoy my life a little bit more so I can really have more fun, but my work is my fun.
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I think that if my voice for some reason changes – because your voice does change – then it’s time for me not to sing.
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I spend too much money on my sets and my gowns. I think the presentation is important. I don’t think people want to see the old show all the time.
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I’m not really a songwriter – I’m an interpreter. So in a sense I am an actress first and foremost. I act out the songs, and I lead with my heart.
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You know, you do need mentors, but in the end, you really just need to believe in yourself.
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I was brought up in this part of Detroit that they used to call the ghetto.
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I am in prayer for his kids and the family.
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When I’m working I actually forget to eat. I don’t eat sweets because I don’t care about them. I have no real secrets. I just realize that as I get older I should stay strong so I exercise more.
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Instead of looking at the past, I put myself ahead twenty years and try to look at what I need to do now in order to get there then.
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With the Supremes I made so much money so fast all I wanted to do was buy clothes and pretty things. Now I’m comfortable with money and it’s comfortable with me.
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I keep a great organiser, I try to keep my priorities in the right place.
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