I wrote "Bootylicious" because, at the time, I’d gained some weight and the pressure that people put you under, the pressure to be thin, is unbelievable. I was just 18 and you shouldn’t be thinking about that. You should be… — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
I get nervous when I don't get nervous. If I'm nervous I know I'm going to have a good show. — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
“That word can be very extreme… But I guess I am a modern-day feminist. I do believe in equality. Why do you have to choose what type of woman you are? Why do you have to label yourself anything? I’m just a woman and I love being a woman. If you’re attractive then you can’t be sexy, and you can’t… — Beyoncé Knowles Copy Share
Tatoo your name across my heart, so it will remain / not even death could make us part / what kind is it /… — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
We need to reshape our own perception of how we view ourselves. We have to step up as women and take the lead. — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
Independnce comes from you knowing who you are and you being happy with yourself. — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
I think music is something that can, and should, be used to get you into different things because eventually what goes up must come… — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
'Cause your love got the best of me, and baby you're making a fool of me. You got me sprung and i don't care… — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
Yes, I will probably be that way. I am sure I will. I think that it shouldn't stop you. I think of course my… — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
I have so much admiration for women who are mothers, who balance family and work. I see them and I have this word in… — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
My mother always taught me to be strong and to never be a victim. Never make excuses. Never expect anyone else to provide for… — Beyonce Knowles Copy Share Image
