I'm basically a keyboard player, so if it's got a keyboard on it, I'll give it a shot. I played a lot of organ in the early days. I can make a few chords on guitar, but that's about it. — Ray Stevens Copy Share Image
Osama, yo Mama didn't raise you right. When you were young, she must have wrapped your turban too tight. — Ray Stevens Copy Share
I originally passed on 'Raindrops Keep Fallin' On My Head' in 1969, so they gave it to B.J. Thomas. — Ray Stevens Copy Share
Bill Justis was a saxophone player, good musician, arranger, and friend of mine who had a big hit called 'Raunchy.' — Ray Stevens Copy Share
I just love music in general. I've been a fan of all different kinds of music since I can remember. — Ray Stevens Copy Share
I saw Louis Armstrong perform at Albany State College on Radio Springs Road. He was probably the first famous individual I saw in concert.… — Ray Stevens Copy Share
I'm not just a singer of funny songs; I am basically, first and foremost, a musician. I'm always recording all styles of music. — Ray Stevens Copy Share
There is none so blind as he who will not see. We must not close our minds, we must let our thoughts be free.… — Ray Stevens Copy Share
George Jones may be gone but his music will live on forever. What a great voice and a great friend. — Ray Stevens Copy Share
I love what I do. I made my first record in '57. I don't think I'll ever get tired of making records and writing… — Ray Stevens Copy Share
As you know, I played a little trumpet with Elvis. I overdub a few drum licks here and there on a session, but I'm… — Ray Stevens Copy Share
They call him the Streak, he likes to turn the other cheek. He's always making the news, wearing just his tennis shoes. — Ray Stevens Copy Share
