Valerie Simpson Quotes

A collection of quotes by Valerie Simpson.

Valerie Simpson is an American songwriter and singer. Born on August 26, 1946, in the Bronx, New York, she is best known for her work as part of the duo Ashford & Simpson, alongside her late husband Nickolas Ashford. Together, they wrote and performed numerous hit songs, including "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" and "Solid." Simpson continued her music career after Ashford's passing in 2011, releasing solo albums and collaborating with other artists. Her contributions to the music industry have earned her recognition and accolades, making her a respected figure in the world of soul and R&B music.

You know, we have two families: the one we're born into, and

You know, we have two families: the one we're born into, and the one that we make for ourselves afterwards.

Valerie Simpson


Both my grandmothers had upright pianos, and I just knew how

Both my grandmothers had upright pianos, and I just knew how to play since I was a child. Nobody taught me. I sounded like a grown-up, and then I learned how to read music. I played so well by ear I could fool the teacher to believe I could play the notes. She'd make the mistake of playing the song once, and I could play it.

Valerie Simpson

Teacher

It's interesting when you've been a partner with someone for

It's interesting when you've been a partner with someone for so long. So now to sing solo and starting all over again I am learning that I am more bodacious than I thought. I don't know where it's coming from but I am glad.

Valerie Simpson

Learning