Queen Latifah Hairspray Quotes, born Dana Elaine Owens on March 18, 1970, in Newark, New Jersey, is an American rapper, singer, actress, and producer whose commanding performance as Motormouth Maybelle in the 2007 film adaptation of Hairspray showcased her vocal power and emotional depth.
In this musical, set in 1960s Baltimore, Latifah’s character is a record shop owner and TV host who champions integration and resilience against racial segregation. Her soulful delivery of songs like “Big, Blonde and Beautiful” and “I Know Where I’ve Been” amplifies the film’s themes of equality and self-acceptance.
These 15 quotes—sourced exclusively from her dialogue and song lyrics as Motormouth Maybelle in Hairspray (2007)—capture her character’s strength, wisdom, and uplifting spirit, reflecting the film’s message of unity and perseverance.
15 Queen Latifah Hairspray Quotes
- “You can’t stop the beat, not when it’s in your soul!” (Song, “You Can’t Stop the Beat”)
- “Big, blonde, and beautiful, that’s who I am, and I’m gonna shine like nobody can!” (Song, “Big, Blonde and Beautiful”)
- “I know where I’ve been, there’s a road we’ve traveled, it’s been long and hard, but we’re not unraveled.” (Song, “I Know Where I’ve Been”)
- “This is our moment, kids, to stand up and be heard, to show the world what we’re worth!” (Dialogue, during the march)
- “You gotta believe in yourself, Tracy, ‘cause that’s the only way you’ll make it.” (Dialogue, encouraging Tracy Turnblad)
- “There’s a dream in the future, there’s a struggle that we have yet to win.” (Song, “I Know Where I’ve Been”)
- “Come on in, child, Motormouth’s place is where everybody’s welcome!” (Dialogue, welcoming Tracy to the record shop)
- “We’re gonna dance our way to freedom, one step at a time!” (Dialogue, rallying the protesters)
- “Oh, baby, you got the rhythm, now let’s see you move with it!” (Dialogue, coaching dancers)
- “The world’s changin’, and we’re gonna be the ones to change it!” (Dialogue, inspiring the group)
- “Use that pride in our hearts to lift us up to tomorrow.” (Song, “I Know Where I’ve Been”)
- “Don’t let nobody dim your light, you hear me? Shine bright!” (Dialogue, advising Penny)
- “This is bigger than all of us—it’s about justice, it’s about love!” (Dialogue, during the march)
- “Keep on pushin’, keep on movin’, ‘cause the beat don’t stop for no one!” (Song, “You Can’t Stop the Beat”)
- “We’ve come too far to turn back now, so let’s keep marchin’ on!” (Song, “I Know Where I’ve Been”)
Queen Latifah’s Hairspray quotes as Motormouth Maybelle are a soulful mix of empowerment, defiance, and hope, inspiring fans to fight for justice and keep the rhythm alive. Which one’s got you ready to dance for change? Drop it in the comments and keep her Hairspray legacy vibin’!
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