Alive Quote by Prince
“I'm thankful enough or blessed enough to be able to say that Miles Davis was a friend when he was alive, and he was a wonderful mentor and really, really funny, you know.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Conversation with Prince, 2010
The speaker expresses gratitude for knowing Miles Davis personally, highlighting his mentorship and humor.
In simple terms: Grateful for Miles Davis friendship and mentorship.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate mentors and humor in life.
Themes
gratitude
mentorship
humor
Mood
reflective
warm
inspirational
Type
personal
celebratory
humorous
When to use this quote
- Music collaboration
- career guidance
- personal growth
- legacy building
Key Concepts
Jazz history
personal connection
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you honor mentors who are no longer present?
- What humor can you bring to your own work?
A Different Perspective
Mentorship may be limited by time and availability.
![“I used to try to play like [Miles Davis], and Miles caught me copying him one night at Birdland. He said, 'Hey man, why don't you play some of your own stuff.' So, I finally did, because I had copied all his solos.” quote by Freddie Hubbard](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d23/freddie-hubbard-25585_caught_i-used-to-try-to-play-like-miles-davis-a_232770.jpg)
![“Sometimes it [music in my head] is a curse, but it's also a blessing. It is a gift that I am completely grateful for. That's why I keep [making music], because I don't want to be ungrateful for the gift.” quote by Prince](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/58b/prince-1626_blessing_sometimes-it-music-in-my-head-is-a-curse_168808.jpg)
