Alberta Hunter quotes

Blues means what milk does to a baby. Blues is what the spirit is to the minister. We sing the blues because our hearts have been hurt, our souls have been disturbed. (Alberta Hunter)
Put your faith in God and confidence in yourself. View quote
Alberta Hunter
Maybe if I knew music I couldn't do what I am doing. View quote
Alberta Hunter
Until they put that sand and dirt in my face I will not sit in church all day. View quote
Alberta Hunter
The musicians that didn't know music could play the best blues. I know that I don't want no musicians who know all about music playin' for me. View quote
Alberta Hunter
None of them going to treat me bad, honey, I'm too strict for that. View quote
Alberta Hunter

Alberta Hunter

Occupation: American Musician
Born: April 1, 1895
Died: October 17, 1984
Quotes count: 6

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