Academy Quote by Ray Charles

Music has always been a large part of my life, and I'm very fortunate to be able to start a career doing something I…

— Armaan Malik

Music is my passion and career.

— M. Jayachandran

Music has always been so integral to my life. It's always been my work and my passion.

— Jon Hopkins

I've been in music all my life.

— Ian Gillan

Music has been an important part of my life.

— Mohit Chauhan

My music career has been very rewarding, but success never came easily.

— Shakira

I had spent many years pursuing excellence, because that is what classical music is all about... Now it was dedicated to freedom, and that…

— Nina Simone

Music has always been a huge passion in my life. I've just had such success with my acting that it's really been right alongside…

— Olivia d'Abo

The music departments in the public school system gave me a really extraordinary foundation and music appreciation that I still draw from, even today.

— Philip Bailey

Music will always be a part of my life, but career-wise, acting is where my heart is.

— Rashida Jones

I have the best job in the world. I'm able to express myself, and people attach themselves to it if they identify with it.…

— James Hetfield

It is always an honor to work with those that share your passion for music and just enjoy making great music.

— Solange Knowles