Judy Collins Quotes

A collection of quotes by Judy Collins.

Judy Collins is an accomplished American singer, songwriter, and social activist, born on May 1, 1939, in Seattle, Washington. She emerged as a prominent figure in the folk music scene during the 1960s and established herself as a talented vocalist with a heartfelt and emotive style.

Collins initially gained recognition for her interpretation of traditional folk songs, often showcasing her crystal-clear voice and exquisite musicality. Over the years, she ventured into writing her own material, composing timeless classics such as "Both Sides, Now," which became her signature song. Her extraordinary talent granted her several Grammy nominations and critical acclaim throughout her career.

Beyond her musical achievements, Judy Collins has also been actively involved in social justice and political activism. She fearlessly used her platform to speak out against war and injustice, becoming an inspiration for many progressive causes.

Throughout her six-decade-long career, Collins has released numerous albums, collaborating with esteemed musicians and continually evolving her sound. She continues to tour and captivate audiences with her soulful performances, proving that her musical spirit remains undiminished.

Judy Collins is not only an icon of the folk music genre but also an influential figure who has left an indelible mark on both the music industry and society as a whole.

I don't think you get to good writing unless you expose your

I don't think you get to good writing unless you expose yourself and your feelings. Deep songs don't come from the surface they come from the deep down. The poetry and the songs that you are suppose to write, I believe are in your heart.

Do what you love, and you will find the way to get it out to

Do what you love, and you will find the way to get it out to the world.

The powerful men in my life have always believed in me: my h

The powerful men in my life have always believed in me: my husband, my son.

I look in the mirror through the eyes of the child that was

I look in the mirror through the eyes of the child that was me.

Fear Hope Learning Love Patience Forgiveness Shame Realization Growing

I had some wonderful dreaming meetings. I can't tell you spe

I had some wonderful dreaming meetings. I can't tell you specifically what they've been in the recent months. In the past they've been verbal kinds of messages that he needed to give me. Now they're more dreams of his presence.

I don't dream songs. I'm more apt to write dreams down and t

I don't dream songs. I'm more apt to write dreams down and then to be able to interpret them into a song. I also tend to get up and write prose in the morning from which will come songs.

I was raised to speak out about politics and the world aroun

I was raised to speak out about politics and the world around me. I would do it whether I was in the public or not. It is the way I was taught. The American way.

I feel so very grateful to have the voice God gave me. It ta

I feel so very grateful to have the voice God gave me. It takes a lot of rest and training to sing, and I was lucky that I found a great teacher when I first moved to New York.

My book 'Trust Your Heart', which is the story of my life, w

My book 'Trust Your Heart', which is the story of my life, will be followed by 'Singing Lessons', a memoir of love, loss, hope, and healing, which talks about the death of my son and the hope that has been the aftermath of the healing from that tragedy.

I think people who are creative are the luckiest people on e

I think people who are creative are the luckiest people on earth. I know that there are no shortcuts, but you must keep your faith in something Greater than You, and keep doing what you love. Do what you love, and you will find the way to get it out to the world.

For many centuries, suicides were treated like criminals by

For many centuries, suicides were treated like criminals by the society. That is part of the terrible legacy that has come down into society's method of handling suicide recovery. Now we have to fight off the demons that have been hanging around suicide for centuries.

I have inspiration and feelings of being alive most every da

I have inspiration and feelings of being alive most every day I live.