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 Copy Share Image
The people who know nothing about music are the ones always talking about it. — Nat King Cole Copy Share Image
When I first organized the King Cole Trio back in 1937, we were strictly what you would call an instrumental group. To break the… — Nat King Cole Copy Share Image
Get me well so I can get on television and tell people to stop smoking. — Nat King Cole Copy Share Image
I make no claim to being a business genius. You can make so much money in this business that it loses its value. — Nat King Cole Copy Share Image
If you smile through your fear and sorrow, smile and maybe tomorrow you'll see the sun come shining through for you. — Nat King Cole Copy Share Image
Smile and maybe tomorrow you'll see that life is still worth while if you just smile — Nat King Cole Copy Share Image
Although it's been said many times, many ways...Merry Christmas to you! — Nat King Cole Copy Share Image
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… — Nat King Cole Copy Share Image
“Oh, my darling, it’s incredible, that someone so unforgettable should think I am unforgettable, too.” — Nat King Cole Copy Share Image
