"I do everything all wrong, but I think for me that's the best, because I don't think I have a voice."
About Julie London
Julie London — Life and Legacy
Julie London, an iconic figure in American music and film, is best known for her evocative ballads that explore the intricacies of love and human emotion. With a career spanning several decades, her distinctive voice and style captivated audiences, particularly in her rendition of 'Cry Me a River,' which showcases her ability to convey deep vulnerability and longing. London’s lyrics often reflect a profound understanding of relationships, as seen in her famous line, 'I could cry for you,' which encapsulates the bittersweet nature of love. Her work challenges conventional portrayals of romance, emphasizing authenticity and emotional honesty. London’s quotes reveal her belief that true connection requires embracing both joy and sorrow, a sentiment that resonates deeply with listeners. By expressing the complexities of love, she invites her audience to reflect on their own experiences, making her music timeless. Today, Julie London's influence persists, as her quotes continue to inspire those navigating the emotional landscape of relationships. Her ability to articulate the human experience through song ensures that her legacy endures, reminding us of the power of love and the importance of being true to oneself.
Quote collection
Julie London quotes
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"I think any entertainer just sort of goes along with whatever comes along."
"If it's an excellent script, I enjoy it tremendously, the acting part of it."
"I'd retired for about six or seven years. Coming back to the business, I found that I was sort of not quite a has-been, and it wasn't a new career, it was just kind of difficult to crack the nut, so to speak."
"It's only a thimbleful of a voice, and I have to use it close to the microphone. But it is a kind of oversmoked voice, and it automatically sounds intimate."
"Sometimes you kind of lose yourself in someone else's personality."
"If it's a terrible script, it's a terrible bore."
"I'm sure any vocal teacher that listens to me would rather cut my throat than do anything."
"The one appearance that I made for President Kennedy, he, as I understand, had his choice or was asked to make a list of the people he would like to have perform, and I was fortunate enough to be one of them."
"[If homes belongs to couples or roommates]: I think homes should reflect the individuals and their individual taste rather than someone else's."
"The acting was first. As a teenager I was an actress; and then I came back as a singer."
"I prefer the things around town. I'm not one for going out of town too much."
"I think that's one of the most difficult things in any marriage - in order to build anything, you must be together. You can't build anything over the telephone."
"I'm sure any vocal teacher that listens to me would rather cut my throat than do anything - I do everything all wrong - but I think for me that's the best - because I don't think I have a voice so I think what I project would be style - if I learned to sing I'd lose my style."