Show The World Quotes by Carole King

It is very common with artists who are of a generation that has already gone by to get overly concerned with, Oh my God…

— Carole King

In my career I have never felt that my being a woman was an obstacle or an advantage. I guess I've been oblivious.

— Carole King

Today's records, even though they may be lyrically repetitive and not saying anything particularly heavy, they have energy.

— Carole King

Sensitive, humbug. Everybody thinks I'm sensitive. Wait until they hear my new album.

— Carole King

I should be used to these things...but usually there are more friendly faces.

— Carole King

One of the things that I try to be conscious about in crafting a song is the concept of bringing it home. I like…

— Carole King

Scary in the idea it could be a little overwhelming to have 70 or 100 clowns in a public space. Intriguing in that it…

— Carole King

I didn't want to be an artist.

— Carole King

I went to the High School for Performing Arts in New York for acting. I've studied it on and off for years and have…

— Carole King

Not only do you want to leave the audience wanting more, you want to leave yourself wanting more.

— Carole King

I listen to both oldies and contemporary stations. I enjoy listening to current stuff because there's an energy to it that's inspiring.

— Carole King

I write heavily under the influence of James Taylor.

— Carole King

I'm like a plant, I reach for the sun...

— Carole King

It used to be so easy living here with you. You were light and breezy and I knew just what to do. Now you…

— Carole King

The song is the center ; the song is the key. If you don't have a good song you don't have anything by my value.

— Carole King