Isaac Hayes quotes

Isaac Hayes was an American musician, singer, songwriter, and actor, recognized as a soul music pioneer. His work with Stax Records and his soundtrack for the film "Shaft" had a profound impact on popular music. He became an icon for his deep voice, innovative arrangements, and influential presence in both music and culture. Here are 12 of his quotes:

A certain administration which I won't call by name took the arts out of the schools, and that left the brothers out on the street with nothing, so they went to the turntables and started rhyming. Then they had a way to express themselves, and that's the birth of hip-hop.

Isaac Hayes

There is a place in this world for satire, but there is a time when satire ends and intolerance and bigotry toward religious beliefs... begins.

Isaac Hayes

Know the business, learn the business, own something.

Isaac Hayes

Religious beliefs are sacred to people, and at all times should be respected and honoured.

Isaac Hayes

Have you ever wondered why young people take to music like fish to water? Maybe it's because music is fun. Plan and simple. It opens up their minds to dream great dreams about where they can go and what they can do when they get older.

Isaac Hayes

I influence people, hopefully on the positive side.

Isaac Hayes

I think the kids today need to hear more about morals and values.

Isaac Hayes

Don't slip into the traps, and don't forget about your 'hood, the kids in the 'hood. Remember, you're disposable, so take advantage while you can.

Isaac Hayes

I've been around a long time, and when I was at the top of the hill, I was very ahead of my time! Evidence of that is that my music is still current today - you know, rappers sample it all the time. So, rather than compromise my artistic integrity, I concentrated on movies.

Isaac Hayes

The rappers have gone in and created a lot of hit music based upon my influence. And they'll tell you if you ask.

Isaac Hayes