"We don't know love like we should. We always talk about 'I have unconditional love' unconditional love is... we don't even know it. Because if a person stops stimulating us, we stop loving them. You're not interesting to talk to anymore, goodbye. But that real love, that love that sometimes is difficult, difficult to have. That's that love. And that's a confidence builder."
About Lauryn Hill
Lauryn Hill — Life and Legacy
Lauryn Hill is a multifaceted artist whose work transcends genres, combining elements of hip-hop, soul, and R&B. Her landmark album, 'The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill,' not only showcases her vocal prowess but also addresses themes of love, identity, and personal struggle. Hill's quotes often reflect her deep understanding of self and society; for instance, her assertion that 'How you gonna win if you ain't right within?' speaks to the necessity of inner peace for external success. This perspective challenges the superficial measures of success prevalent in the music industry, urging listeners to prioritize authenticity over acceptance. In her music and public statements, Hill frequently emphasizes the importance of self-identity and the acknowledgment of one's past. Her quote, 'We can't forget our past,' encapsulates her belief that understanding where we come from is crucial for personal growth. This idea resonates throughout her work, as she intertwines her life experiences with broader social issues, particularly those affecting the African American community. Today, Lauryn Hill's quotes continue to inspire and provoke thought, reminding us of the complexities of love and the importance of staying true to oneself. Her influence endures, as her insights into identity and resilience remain relevant in contemporary discussions about self-acceptance and empowerment.
Quote collection
Lauryn Hill quotes (page 1 of 10)
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"I consider myself a crayon... I may not be your favorite color but one day you'll need me to complete your picture."
"Let me be patient, let me be kind, make me unselfish, without being blind."
"We should always be aspiring to know more, and to better ourselves, and to improve ourselves. To improve ourselves, because that's how we improve the world around us, by working within us."
"Don't be a hard rock when you really are a gem!"
"And deep in my heart. The answer, it was in me. And I made up my mind. To define my own destiny"
"If everyone is a product of this society, who will say the things that need to be said, and do the things that need to be done, without compromise? Truth will never start out popular in a world more concerned with marketability than righteousness. It will initially suffer ridicule and even violence - yet ultimately it is undeniable. All of humanity is living in a dream world, but suffering real consequences."
"Everything we do should be a result of our gratitude for what God has done for us."
"Love is an incredible thing but we don't know love like we should. Unconditional love we don't know it because if a person stops stimulating us, we stop loving them."
"Every day is a lesson in focus for me, and not buying into the world's concept of what you have to be. I really try every day to be individual and not just in my style or my look or my music, but in my approach to life."
"I am no longer going to become a fictional character to please people. That's too much work."
"I need to be surrounded by people as passionate and as dedicated as I am."
"To me that's a reflection of love, when someone can see you enjoying yourself, and want to participate, or want to encourage, or want to help you to do something that you enjoy."
"Loving you is like a Song I replay every 3 Minutes and 30 Seconds of every Day."
"Life is continued work. It's constant learning. The whole concept of retirement I don't even buy into. We should constantly be working. Maybe not physically working, but we could be spiritually, emotionally working toward bettering ourselves and bettering the lives of others around us."
"Whenever we submit our will to someone else’s opinion, a part of us dies"
"It's silly when girls sell their souls because it's in."
"Be honest, brutally honest. That is what's going to maintain relationships."
"Once you compromise yourself in one way, you compromise yourself in another way. And you've just opened the door to compromise, mediocrity, settling."
"We can't plan life. All we can do is be available for it."