You can't write a song out of thin air. You have to feel and know what you are writing about. ... Talent is only a starting point. You've got to keep working that talent. Someday I'll reach for it and… — Irving Berlin Copy Share Image
Listen kid, take my advice, never hate a song that has sold half a million copies. — Irving Berlin Copy Share Image
The toughest thing about success is that you've got to keep on being a success. Talent is only a starting point in this business.… — Irving Berlin Copy Share Image
You can't write a song out of thin air. You have to feel and know what you are writing about. ... Talent is only… — Irving Berlin Copy Share Image
A patriotic song is an emotion and you must not embarrass an audience with it, or they will hate your guts. — Irving Berlin Copy Share Image
My uncle out in Texas Can't even write his name He signs his checks with Xs But they cash 'em just the same — Irving Berlin Copy Share Image
Our attitudes control our lives. Attitudes are a secret power working twenty-four hours a day, for good or bad. It is of paramount importance… — Irving Berlin Copy Share Image
When I'm worried and I can't sleep I count my blessings instead of sheep. — Irving Berlin Copy Share Image
