Big Quote by Janelle Monae
“I have mentors like Erykah Badu. She's been like a big sister to me.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2015 Rolling Stone interview with Janelle Monae
She values mentorship, seeing older artists as guiding sisters who shape her growth
In simple terms: Mentors act like big sisters, offering guidance and support
Key Takeaway
Seek mentors who inspire and challenge you
Themes
mentorship
growth
community
Mood
grateful
inspired
Type
testimonial
personal narrative
When to use this quote
- Music career development
- personal artistic evolution
- networking events
Key Concepts
Creative collaboration
role modeling
intergenerational support
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you choose mentors who align with your values?
- What qualities make a mentor feel like family?
A Different Perspective
Mentorship alone cannot replace personal effort and talent
![“It's hard for me to be serious. I can't really rub oil on me and go all the way with it [laughs]. I hear some screams and I laugh to myself. I always get a kick out of it. I'm three feet tall, basically.” quote by Janelle Monae](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/a52/janelle-monae-3903_comedy_it-s-hard-for-me-to-be-serious-i-can-t-r_24647.jpg)
