"I only watch TV when I go to hotels."
About Joss Stone
Joss Stone — Life and Legacy
Joss Stone, a British singer-songwriter, gained prominence in the early 2000s with her powerful voice and emotive songwriting. Her distinctive blend of soul, R&B, and pop has made her a notable figure in the music industry, particularly with her album 'Soul Sessions' which showcases her deep connection to the genre. Stone's philosophy centers around love and authenticity, often expressing that true connection and emotional honesty are vital in both life and art. One of her notable quotes, 'Love is the answer,' encapsulates her belief in love's transformative power. This statement reflects her understanding that love can heal wounds and foster unity among people. Through her lyrics, she often challenges societal norms, advocating for genuine expression over superficiality. Her song 'Right to Be Wrong' further illustrates this idea, as it emphasizes the importance of being true to oneself, even in the face of adversity. Joss Stone's quotes and music continue to resonate with audiences today, as they offer a refreshing perspective on love and authenticity. Her commitment to these themes not only shapes her artistic identity but also inspires listeners to embrace their true selves and the power of love in their lives.
Quote collection
Joss Stone quotes (page 1 of 3)
56 quotes — follow a thought to its full quote page.
"To me, music has to be about freedom. It's the most important thing in my life."
"Life is good. Or at least, it's always interesting."
"I'm supposed to be taking time off. But I'm still writing and I have this Gap advert lined up."
"Who says soul has only one colour?"
"It's ok to be sassy, but I'll never be trashy, it's ok to be nasty, but you got to keep it classy now"
"It's like, 'You're not allowed to change. That's not fair. We like you like this.' But I don't. So let me expand and express myself."
"If you remember one thing from talking to me, remember this: I am just a girl who makes noises - and I'm incredibly lucky that people happen to like those noises."
"The musicians one day are going to listen to me."
"Love #music. It will #love you back."
"I don't like listening to music that isn't real."
"I feel so, so lucky. Lucky because of many things."
"People started saying I was ignoring my country, making up stories about me. Ludicrous things, like that I throw tea on my assistants."
"The only country that hasn't liked my music is my own."
"I always try to write about something that's actually happened or it doesn't always have to have happened to me, but it has to have happened at some point. So every single lyric that you hear comes from some kind of story that I've come across in my life. I like to think that that maybe helps me mean it a bit more and if you don't mean it, it ceases to be soul music."
"It strikes me as weird that a 25 year old man would even find a 16 year old attractive."
"If you capture the first thought that you have when you're creating, and then play that to people, it's kind of like the listeners are part of that beginning. And that's the most exciting part."
"People grow. It's okay to grow. Some people find that difficult to grasp."
"There is a silver lining to every cloud and there's some awesome songs that have come from some really like bad experiences, but they're great experiences 'cause then I've got some good songs so it's all good for me."
"I can be whatever. I can wear shoes or don't wear shoes. I can tie my hair up or wear it down. It doesn't matter."