Sonny Rollins quotes - page 2

Sonny Rollins is an American jazz saxophonist, widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians in the history of jazz. His powerful improvisational style and innovative recordings have inspired generations of artists. He continues to be celebrated for his contributions to modern jazz and his enduring creative spirit. Here are 31 of his quotes:

I simply want to reach a level where I will never cease to make progress. . . . So that, even the bad evenings, I may never be bad enough to despair.

Sonny Rollins

I am interested in my music lasting only while I'm alive. I'm not writing for the future.

Sonny Rollins

America is deeply rooted in Negro culture its colloquialisms its humor its music.

Sonny Rollins

Charlie Parker stuck out in my mind.

Sonny Rollins

How ironic that the Negro, who more than any other people can claim America's culture as his own, is being persecuted and repressed that the Negro, who has exemplified the humanities in his very existence, is being rewarded with inhumanity.

Sonny Rollins