Blues means what milk does to a baby. Blues is what the spirit is to the minister. We sing the blues because our hearts have been hurt, our souls have been disturbed.
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I would sing softly, and if the people at the next table would want to hear what I was doing, they'd have to call me over and give me a tip.Alberta Hunter
The musicians that didn't know music could play the best blues. I know that I don't want no musicians who know all about music playin' for me.
Alberta Hunter
I've got the world in a jug; The stopper's in my hand.
Alberta Hunter
None of them going to treat me bad, honey, I'm too strict for that.
Alberta Hunter
Until they put that sand and dirt in my face I will not sit in church all day.
Alberta Hunter
Put your faith in God and confidence in yourself.
Alberta Hunter
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