More - Isaac Hayes Quotes

If you enjoy the fragrance of a rose, you must accept the thorns which it bears.

Isaac Hayes

 American Musician

I'm delighted to be a part of this national celebration. Rock 'n' roll began in Memphis, and the city continues to be a focal point of enormous musical creativity today.

Isaac Hayes

 

I felt what I had to say musically could not be said in two minutes and thirty seconds, ... So I did my thing. If it was a hit, great. But I just did what I wanted creatively.

Isaac Hayes

 

Thanks for saving me from the drive Shaft!

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

 American Musician Fun

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

 American Musician

Know the business, learn the business, own something.

Isaac Hayes

 American Musician Business

Shaft.

Isaac Hayes

 

It's a very exciting and validating experience to be recognized ... along with all those giants of the music business.

Isaac Hayes

 Business

Hey, let me tell you I worked years to achieve artistic excellence, ... and then all of a sudden, I get involved in this stupid, crazy, insane cartoon and now I'm hotter than I've ever been. I love it. I love it.

Isaac Hayes

 Excellence