"I don't tap dance, and I don't think you can learn to tap dance in three weeks at my ripe old age."
About Huey Lewis
Huey Lewis — Life and Legacy
Huey Lewis is a prominent American musician and songwriter, celebrated for his distinctive blend of rock and pop, particularly through his work with the band Huey Lewis and the News. His music often explores themes of love, resilience, and the human experience, making a significant impact in the 1980s music scene. One of his most iconic songs, 'The Power of Love,' not only became a massive hit but also captured the essence of emotional connection, illustrating how love can be a driving force in life. Lewis's lyrics often reflect a candid perspective on relationships, as seen in his assertion that 'the heart of rock and roll is still beating,' which underscores the genre's enduring relevance and emotional resonance. Lewis's ability to articulate complex feelings through catchy melodies has left a lasting legacy, influencing both his contemporaries and newer artists. His work continues to inspire listeners, reminding them of the importance of love and resilience in navigating life's challenges.
Quote collection
Huey Lewis quotes (page 1 of 2)
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"I know my choices will be creative so long as I follow my heart."
"A lot has been written and said about why he was so great, but I think the best way to appreciate his greatness is just to go back and play some of the old records. Time has a way of being very unkind to old records, but Elvis' keep getting better and better."
"Back in the day you wanted your albums to have a theme, and 'Sports' theme was really a collection of singles. It was really a record for its time."
"You only go from nowhere to everywhere once. Let's enjoy it!"
"It's true, I do like cheering people up."
"The power of love is a curious thing, make one man weep, make another man sing. Change a hawk to a little white dove, more than a feeling, that's the power of love."
"When you get in the pocket, there is a place where the music begins to play itself. When you can find that spot, it's the best feeling in the world."
"Today, it's very tempting to create songs by cutting and pasting in the studio."
"Film is a lark to me - thank God I don't have to make a living from it."
"I want a new drug, one that won't make me sick. One that won't make me crash my car, or make my head three feet thick."
"I was in a vintage pub rock band called Clover in the 1970s."
"After 'Sports' came out in the fall of 1983, everything changed for me. Four of the album's singles became top-10 hits, and by the end of June in 1984, the album was No. 1 on the Billboard chart. It was quite a ride, and for the first time I had enough money to live the way I wanted."
"I don't have a formal home recording studio, but I can record tracks on my computer upstairs in my office."
"I am a Bay Area guy, no question."
"I went to engineering school, I went to physics class. I said, 'Screw this, I don't want to be here. I'd much rather be at a club playing music."
"Don't miss understand me, I'm not getting soft, all I want is a couple days off."
"I was knocked out by the show, Chicago."
"I may be the most recognizable name in the cast, but I can guarantee that I am not the most talented."
"I love you Huey was the note I read, but there's a strange pair of shoes underneath the bed."