Irving Berlin quotes

Irving Berlin was an American composer and lyricist, widely regarded as one of the greatest songwriters in history. His music shaped the sound of American popular culture with timeless classics like "White Christmas" and "God Bless America." He left an enduring legacy in the world of music and entertainment. Here are 20 of his quotes:

Life is 10 percent what you make it, and 90 percent how you take it. (Irving Berlin)
The toughest thing about success is that you've got to keep on being a success. View quote
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Our attitudes control our lives. Attitudes are a secret power working twenty-four hours a day, for good or bad. It is of paramount importance that we know how to harness and control this great force. View quote
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There is an element of truth in every idea that lasts long enough to be called corny. View quote
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There's no business like show business. View quote
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You're not sick you're just in love. View quote
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Got no check books, got no banks. Still I'd like to express my thanks -I got the sun in the mornin' and the moon at night. View quote
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Everybody ought to have a lower East Side in their life. View quote
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Talent is only the starting point. View quote
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I got lost but look what I found. View quote
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I'm dreaming of a white Christmas, Just like the ones I used to know. (Irving Berlin)
After you get what you want you don't want it. View quote
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It's February the 22ndAnd I can't tell a lie. View quote
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The world would not be in such a snarl,had Marx been Groucho instead of Karl. View quote
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The toughest thing about success is that you've got to keep on being a success. Talent is only a starting point in this business. You've got to keep on working that talent. Someday I'll reach for it and it won't be there. View quote
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Never hate a song that's sold a half million copies. View quote
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There's no people like show people. View quote
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Listen kid, take my advice, never hate a song that has sold half a million copies. View quote
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A pretty girl is like a melody That haunts you day and night. View quote
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God bless America, land that I love stand beside her and guide her through the night with a light from above. View quote
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Irving Berlin

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Occupation: American Composer
Born: May 11, 1888
Died: September 22, 1989
Quotes count: 20
Wikipedia: Irving Berlin

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