When I was a kid, I remember trying to emulate Stevie Wonder's sound, and Donny Hathaway's sound. It's just part of who I am - I'm just a soulful kind of dude. — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
My dad's Israeli. He was born in Baghdad to Iraqi Jews. Then, at age two, his parents wanted to move to their homeland and… — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
I'm still Elliott Yamin. I'm still the funky white Jewish boy from Richmond, Va. — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
Before 'Idol,' I was lost... Now, I've actually followed through with something. I am a better man for it! — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
Quite frankly, I'm tired of taking insulin and pumping my stomach every three days and pricking my finger and drawing blood out of it… — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
Growing up, I can remember singing along with my ma all of the time. I wouldn't say she necessarily 'taught' me how to sing,… — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
I come from a family with big hearts, so I love to put smiles on people's faces. — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
When I was a kid, I remember trying to emulate Stevie Wonder's sound, and Donny Hathaway's sound. It's just part of who I am… — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
To me, obstacles in life build character. You have to be able to overcome adversity in order to succeed and appreciate the simple things… — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
Music's something you feel. You have to feel it first before you hear it. — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
I was introduced to soul music at a very young age - my mom was a soul singer. — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
I think the fact that I am living my dream and being really productive and embarking on all my lifelong aspirations is proof enough… — Elliott Yamin Copy Share Image
