Johnny Otis quotes

I get a wave of pride in America when I look back at what we've accomplished in the field of music. (Johnny Otis)
Genetically, I'm pure Greek. Psychologically, environmentally, culturally, by choice, I'm a member of the black community. View quote
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When I got near teen age, I was so happy with my friends and the African American culture that I couldn't imagine not being part of it. View quote
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Society wants to categorize everything, but to me it's all African-American music. View quote
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I'm not suggesting our music is the only music, but I am suggesting that there are certain elements in America's culture that are so precious that it would be a shame for them to go down the drain. View quote
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