Quotes by Nat King Cole

For years the Trio did nothing but play for musicians and other hip people. We practically starved to death.

Get me well so I can get on television and tell people to stop smoking.

I am an American citizen and feel I am entitled to the same rights as any other citizen.

Critics don't buy records. They get 'em free.

I'm a musician at heart, I know I'm not really a singer. I couldn't compete with real singers. But I sing because the public buys it.