It would be inadmissible if I would vent my opinion publicly. Not only could I harm the artist concerned seriously because people have so much respect for me and believe in me because of my musical accomplishments. And I could also antagonize people against me, because everyone has his own taste. We all make music, people can choose from that what they like. Every musician likes his own music the best, man. I don't want to attack that. I don't mind criticism, I can handle it, but most people can't".

Music is a spiritual thing, you don't play with music. If you play with music you will die young. You see, because when the higher forces give you the gift of music...musicians hip, it must be well used for the gift of humanity.

I could never leave my home.... It inspires me a lot.

To be honest and truthful in all endeavours is an experience, not a regret

I must identify myself with Africa. Then I will have an identity.

The secret of life is to have no fear.

The music of Africa is big sound: it's the sound of a community