Brenda Lee quotes

Brenda Lee is an American singer recognized for her powerful voice and emotional performances in pop, rock, and country music. Known for hits like "I'm Sorry" and the holiday classic "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree," she achieved international fame at a young age. She continues to inspire generations of artists and fans worldwide. Here are 22 of her quotes:

Whatever happened to the tomboy I used to be, the slightly rebellious rocker?

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I'm not used to introspection. I've never lingered on my feelings. The show must go on.

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The amazing thing is that I'm sane. I'm not bitter. I'm not drugged out. I'm not broke. I'm still married to the same guy. My children don't hate me.

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God has never disappointed me.

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I still don't look at myself as a star. I've always had a thankful heart.

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I gave up my childhood for a career.

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John Lennon was very irreverent and very intelligent.

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I've spent an awful lot of my time in the air. I've had everything happen to me in a plane that could happen. Except a crash.

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The Beatles were raw musically, but I think they really had something.

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I was nuts about Elvis, like every girl in America.

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I believe I became one of the first singers to be launched via television exposure. I guess I was a new kind of musical stylist for a new kind of media.

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I had been singing since I was 3 years old, so my love of singing was always there.

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I only wish Chet Atkins could be here for this joyous occasion.

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I always felt that I was one of the women who helped lay the foundation for rock and roll. But I'd always been overlooked by the Hall of Fame.

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I wasn't aware of it at the time, but I was a big favorite with the Mafia.

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I still sing because I love the sound of applause, because it's who I am, and because I still can.

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I didn't really have an agenda for my talent. I just wanted to be able to sing.

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I don't think you ever get tired of the well-written, well-crafted songs.

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'I'm Sorry' was one of the first songs to come out of Nashville using strings.

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