Sarah Vaughan Quotes

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There's a category for me. I like to be referred to as a good singer of good songs in good taste.

Sarah Vaughan

When I sing, trouble can sit right on my shoulder and I don't even notice.

Sarah Vaughan

I've always been a Democrat, it runs in my family.

Sarah Vaughan

They always ask me the same questions. Where was I born? When did I start singing? Who have I worked with? I don't understand why they can't just talk to me without all that question bit.

Sarah Vaughan

Judy Garland was the singer I most wanted to sound like then, not to copy, but to get some of her soul and purity. A wonderful young voice.

Sarah Vaughan

My dream is to do whatever I want without any interference from the record company.

Sarah Vaughan

I just sing. I don't know what I sound like or who I sound like. I don't know what kind of singer I am. I just open my mouth and sing.

Sarah Vaughan

Sarah Vaughan

Sarah Vaughan

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Born: March 27, 1924

Died: April 3, 1990 (aged 66)

Bio: Sarah Lois Vaughan was an American jazz singer, described by music critic Scott Yanow as having one of the most wondrous voices of the 20th century.

Known for:

Sarah Vaughan with Clifford Brown (1954)
The Divine One (1961)
Brazilian Romance (1987)
Live at Rosy's
After Hours (1961)

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