Believe Quote by B. B. King
“I think of guitar players in terms of doctors: you have the doctor for your heart, the cardiologist, then one that works on your feet, your leg. But I believe George Benson is the one that plays all over. To me, he would be the M.D. of them all.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Musician’s Perspective on Influence (published 1990s)
The speaker compares musicians to doctors, highlighting George Benson as a versatile, masterful artist who excels across musical “bodily systems.”
In simple terms: George Benson is a musical master of many styles.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and appreciate versatile talent.
Themes
music
talent
versatility
mastery
influence
Mood
admiring
enthusiastic
analytical
Type
musical
comparative
When to use this quote
- listening sessions
- music education
- concert appreciation
- artist collaborations
Key Concepts
musical mastery
cross‑genre expertise
artistic excellence
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a musician truly versatile?
- How does versatility affect your listening experience?
A Different Perspective
Not all listeners may share the same appreciation for genre‑spanning skill.
![“I’ve worked with such legendary guitar players as Allan Holdsworth, Ronnie Montrose, Eric Clapton, Lowell George and Steve Vai, but none of them come close to having Ed’s [Eddie Van Halen's] fantastic combination of chops and musicianship. I rank him along with Charlie Parker and Art Tatum as one…” quote by Ted Templeman](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/98d/ted-templeman-281858_art_i-ve-worked-with-such-legendary-guitar-p_117538.jpg)
![“Playing the guitar is like telling the truth - you never have to worry about repeating the same [lie] if you told the truth. You don't have to pretend, or cover up. If someone asks you again, you don't have to think about it or worry about it because there it is. It's you.” quote by B. B. King](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/928/b-b-king-4531_asks_playing-the-guitar-is-like-telling-the-t_186528.jpg)
