Vintage Burlesque Quotes & Sayings

I sing because it soothes me, and I write because I want to let others know that they're not alone with their problems. — Seinabo Sey

The true definition of a phony is a high flyer with low mileage; a person who offers a worldview from the comforts of his/her living room. — Johnnie Dent Jr.

Wisdom is tolerance of cognitive dissonance. — Robert Thurman

Write the book you've always wanted to read, but can't find on the shelf. — Maggie Stiefvater

I would say he was gay." "What the hell are you talking about?" "Think about it. He's dramatic, he knows how to decorate, likes wimpy music - if he said anything about show tunes I would have to call in a pro to figure this out. — Carol Maloney Scott

Let muddy water stand and it will become clear. — Laozi

I'm glad I didn't get my feelings so hurt that I never asked her to do anything with me ever again." "I — Saundra Crum Akers

Look at the people who review. Look at their commitment to being "right" and "safe". If I had listened to my critics I would have given up years ago. — John Fante

Touring is my favorite part of being a musician. All the places I've traveled and lived affect me in many different ways. Good and bad. — Elle King

The 'will to peace' is the best answer that we can imagine to the 'will to war', which unfortunately seems as strong in this century as it was in the middle of the last. — David Petersen

And then, as he ripped back the shower curtains and stared down at the hacked and twisted thing sprawled on the floor of the stall, he realized that Mother had used her keys. — Robert Bloch

The most effective means of fighting crime in the United States is to outlaw the possession of any type of firearm by the civilian populace. — Janet Reno

[O]ne could see by his face that he was not reading but devouring, with barely any time to chew. — Anton Chekhov

I do very little industrial design. I'm asked a lot, but I certainly don't see myself as an industrial designer. — David Chipperfield