Not only was it enough to be a cover band, it was perhaps the highest calling. After all, if you could play music recorded by others, stay true to the original, and still add fire and flare, why not? — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
James Brown was my favorite, my absolute idol. Every time I played with him was like a music lesson, and I never thought I… — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
When you look into the eyes of an animal youve rescued, you cant help but fall in love. — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
“She was also unaware that the ego of the artiste is extremely fragile.” — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
The record business has always mystified me. Sometimes there are reasons why things sell or don't sell that can't be understood by mere mortals. — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
The Dave Clark Five had more appearances on 'The Ed Sullivan Show' than The Beatles. — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
You've got to be a really straight man to write a song like 'It's Raining Men.' — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
As far as favorite 'overall package' record of all time, I'd have to say 'My Girl' by The Temptations. I like everything about it,… — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
My years on 'SNL' had reconfirmed that what I do best is play for a sort of edgy comedy. — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
I love funny people. I met and became friends with some of the funniest people ever. Gilda Radner, bless her soul; Martin Short; Dave… — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
I want to learn to sight-read music. And to play the bass pedals on the organ. Those are my only ambitions. — Paul Shaffer Copy Share Image
