Sylvia Robinson Quotes & Sayings

Some people think you are strong when you hold on. Others think it is when you let go. — Sylvia Robinson

I just wanted to say things that women wanted to say, but were afraid to. — Sylvia Robinson

As I was sitting there, the deejay was playing music and talking over the music, and the kids were going crazy. All of a sudden, something said to me, 'Put something like that on a record, and it will be the biggest thing.' I didn't even know you called it rap. — Sylvia Robinson

I saw this DJ playing music and saying things to the kids. They would answer him back, and I say, 'That's a great idea.' — Sylvia Robinson

It started back in '79,
My whole darn future was on the line.
I created a brand new sensation
Through my mind and the whole darn nation ... — Sylvia Robinson