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I'm a musician at heart, I know I'm not really a singer. I couldn't compete with real singers. But I sing because the public buys it.

Nat King Cole

Heart

Public

I was a guinea pig for some hoodlums who thought they could hurt me and frighten me and keep other Negro entertainers from the South.

Nat King Cole

Thought

Hurt

I often wonder whether Negroes like myself who are pretty well known help out at all in breaking down barriers.

I may be helping to bring harmony between people through my music.

I make no claim to being a business genius. You can make so much money in this business that it loses its value.

I can't bear to see myself even in movies. The feeling is complex. I can't stand the sight of myself.

I am famous because I am an African American jazz artist.

I am an American citizen and feel I am entitled to the same rights as any other citizen.

Nat King Cole

American

Rights

For years the Trio did nothing but play for musicians and other hip people. We practically starved to death.

Get me well so I can get on television and tell people to stop smoking.

I'm not playing for other musicians. We're trying to reach the guy who works all day and wants to spend a buck at night. We'll keep him happy.