One of them would definitely be the Nelson Mandela gig, when I played the tribute song for him. He was up and dancing, and he really enjoyed it. It was a really lovely occasion. — Joan Armatrading Copy Share Image
I've written what and when I want to. It's been about expressing myself. But with the degree, I had to learn to do everything… — Joan Armatrading Copy Share
This band - because this is myself on electric and acoustic guitars - we've done three tours together now and I really, really like… — Joan Armatrading Copy Share
So I've had lots of different bands over the years who have stayed with me for certain tours. — Joan Armatrading Copy Share
Writing is all about self-editing; it's all about being present being aware of what's happening — Joan Armatrading Copy Share
You don't have to be rich and famous. You just have to be an ordinary person, doing extraordinary things. I'd like more people to… — Joan Armatrading Copy Share
All your travelling is together, you eat together, you're on stage as a band together, when you get to the sound-check the band and… — Joan Armatrading Copy Share
Yes, but the great thing about all the people - and I don't think there is any exception - who I've worked with is… — Joan Armatrading Copy Share
In America, you watch TV and think that's totally unreal, then you step outside and it's just the same. — Joan Armatrading Copy Share
My mother bought a piano, put it in the front room, and I just started writing my songs. — Joan Armatrading Copy Share
