Kem Quotes, born Kim Lamont Owens in Nashville and raised in Detroit, is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter whose smooth vocals and heartfelt lyrics have made him a quiet storm staple. Overcoming addiction and homelessness, Kem’s music, from hits like “Love Calls” to his Grammy-nominated “Nobody,” is steeped in love, faith, and redemption. His quotes—sourced from interviews, social media, and his memoir—reflect his spiritual journey, resilience, and devotion to authentic artistry.
15 Kem Quotes
- “My career didn’t take off until I connected with my spirituality. That’s why I take time on stage and on the album to administer spirituality to people.” (Interview, The Vogue, n.d.)
- “I always write about love. But I wanted this particular body of songs to remind people that there is still good in the world.” (Interview, Voice News, 2020)
- “Everything is in divine order.” (Interview, Voice News, 2020)
- “It was all part of me. It was my inheritance.” (Interview, The 1A, 2023)
- “I don’t create music marketed to the mainstream hip-hop-dominated R&B crowd but to people who enjoy my soul/jazz adult contemporary sound and lyrical content.” (Interview, The Vogue, n.d.)
- “There was something there that made me want to keep in touch.” (Interview, Voice News, 2020, on meeting his wife Erica)
- “This was just the right time in my life – the right place at the right time, man.” (Interview, Voice News, 2020, on his marriage)
- “Girl I write these words from my lips to your heart…” (Post on X, @MusicByKEM, 2019)
- “You’re my dream…and my joy…” (Post on X, @MusicByKEM, 2018)
- “Baby, you’re the one I love… The Queen of my Heart, the Light of my Soul.” (Post on X, @MusicByKEM, 2021, about his wife)
- “Too many words have been spoken, too many lies have been told.” (Post on X, @MusicByKEM, 2019, from “Love Calls”)
- “Music became my sanctuary during a challenging upbringing, a medium through which I could communicate when words fell short.” (Memoir, Share My Life, 2023)
- “I revitalized my spirit while perfecting songs in homeless shelters amidst the daily struggles of seeking my next meal and battling addiction.” (Memoir, Share My Life, 2023)
- “My music is a testament to my innate storytelling prowess and lyrical depth.” (Interview, SoulTracks, 2024)
- “I’m not driven by time. I don’t really think about it until I’ve got a nice group of songs together.” (Interview, Voice News, 2020)
Kem’s words weave a soulful narrative of love, faith, and triumph over adversity. Which quote stirred your heart? Drop it in the comments and let the groove carry on.