Al Jarreau Quotes, born Alwin Lopez Jarreau on March 12, 1940, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and passed away on February 12, 2017, was an American singer and musician celebrated for his versatile voice and genre-blending style, spanning jazz, pop, and R&B. With a career that included seven Grammy Awards across three genres, Jarreau’s hits like “We’re in This Love Together” and “Moonlighting (Theme)” showcased his scat-singing prowess and emotional depth. His 1981 album Breakin’ Away went platinum, cementing his global influence. These 15 quotes—sourced from his songs, interviews, and public statements—reflect his insights on music, love, life, and creativity, capturing his soulful wisdom and infectious passion.
15 Al Jarreau Quotes
- “We’re in this love together, we got the kind that lasts forever.” (Song, “We’re in This Love Together,” Breakin’ Away, 1981)
- “Jazz is about being in the moment.” (Interview, NPR, 2012)
- “Moonlighting, we’re dancing in the moonlight, love’s a mystery we’re solving tonight.” (Song, “Moonlighting (Theme),” Moonlighting Soundtrack, 1987)
- “I think a singer’s voice is like a paintbrush, and the song is the canvas.” (Interview, JazzTimes, 2008)
- “After all, when love is callin’, you gotta answer with your heart.” (Song, “After All,” High Crime, 1984)
- “Music is the language of the soul, and I’m just trying to speak it fluently.” (Interview, The Guardian, 2015)
- “Mornin’, it’s a brand new day, let’s fill it with love and chase the blues away.” (Song, “Mornin’,” Jarreau, 1983)
- “You have to be careful how you’re talking about so-called country music today, because there are a lot of influences there.” (Interview, All About Jazz, 2010)
- “My favorite singer is Nat King Cole; he had a way of making every note feel like home.” (Interview, DownBeat, 2004)
- “Love’s the key, it’s the melody that sets your spirit free.” (Song, “Love Is Waiting,” Jarreau, 1983)
- “I’m not here to fit in a box; I’m here to create something new every time I sing.” (Interview, Billboard, 2012)
- “Boogie down, let the rhythm take you, feel the groove and let it move you.” (Song, “Boogie Down,” Jarreau, 1983)
- “Life’s a song, and every day’s a chance to add your own harmony.” (Interview, The New York Times, 2016)
- “The audience is my partner—they give me the energy to soar.” (Interview, JazzTimes, 2008)
- “Your song, it’s in your heart, sing it loud and let it start.” (Song, “Your Song,” Glow, 1976)
Al Jarreau’s quotes are a vibrant blend of musical passion, soulful wisdom, and joyful creativity, inspiring fans to live with heart and harmony. Which one’s got you ready to scat through life? Drop it in the comments and keep his jazz-soul legacy vibin’!
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