Queen Latifah Quotes
Look at people for an example, but then make sure to do things your way. Surround yourself with positive people.
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I don't see that many movies lately that are actually about something, that are trying to challenge something about the way that people interact.
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I find great beauty in songs with a creative interpretation, but most people generally don't get that, and go for the simple songs, but I prefer something a bit more complicated, which is more meaningful to the creator.
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I think people do their bravest work when given an elusive canvas. That would be seemingly the weirdest, but also the most wonderful.
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I've never had to explain 'Prometheus' to people, ever. Most people get it.
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If you get labeled a winner, people come along for the ride. Might as well enjoy it and they should too.
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When people first meet me, they're always like, 'What are you?' as far as ethnicity. And I've been pegged as 'ethnically ambiguous.'
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The most important service rendered by the press and the magazines is that of educating people to approach printed matter with distrust.
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I've always been interested in how people think, how they react to challenges in their lives - what makes people tick. I've also always been passionate about social issues and causes, and I wanted to make films that addressed important issues in very human terms.
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Despite all odds we have emerged as one people and one country.
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People are going to label you anyway, but the one that bugs me the most is when they say, 'One of the funniest female comedians.' There's s no 'funniest male comedians.' You're either a funny comedian, or you're not!
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South Africans are caring, compassionate and loving people.
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Originally, I wanted to be a composer. I always tell people, 'I think of myself as a composer.'
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My worst date would be with someone nervous who has nothing to say. I like people who inspire me.
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I've always wanted to create shoes that were positive and happy.
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We tend to think of extremes of emotions as registering, for example, you have to cry or laugh or get angry. But for the most part, we find it difficult to read each other most of the time. If you walk through the street, most people are pretty difficult to read. But they're thinking inside.
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A lot of people forget how important it is to be creative. We get caught up in getting ahead and in day-to-day minutiae. But creativity is a fundamental mode of expression, as is being tenacious and standing by your own convictions and passions, even if it's not the 'popular' choice.
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Always go into meetings or negotiations with a positive attitude. Tell yourself you're going to make this the best deal for all parties.
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Some people look for a certain structure in their lives that they're comfortable with. People who work hard on the road as truckers, people who work hard using their hands. Then there are people who are fortunate enough to have my life, people who play these characters who embody these qualities.
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I grew up with artists and drag queens. These were just my neighbors and friends and the people who are raising me.
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Al Jazeera should understand the societies, should understand the culture of the civilisation, should understand the dynamics of the societies, should be part of this understanding; and on the other level, Al Jazeera should concentrate on the margin rather than the centre. It means that Al Jazeera should be close to the public.
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The ancient media of speech and song and theater were radically reshaped by writing, though they were never entirely supplanted, a comfort perhaps to those of us who still thrill to the smell of a library.
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I've longed for kids since I was very, very young. And so... I'm waiting to find the right person, someone who's willing to take on the job.
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The jury is still out on whether I'm a genius or not.
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Look at people for an example, but then make sure to do things your way. Surround yourself with positive people.
