Queen Latifah Quotes, born Dana Elaine Owens on March 18, 1970, in Newark, New Jersey, is an American rapper, singer, actress, and producer whose trailblazing career spans music, film, and television.
Rising to fame with her Grammy-winning debut album All Hail the Queen (1989), featuring hits like “Ladies First,” she became a pioneer for women in hip-hop, blending feminist themes with sharp lyricism. Her acting career includes an Oscar-nominated role in Chicago (2002) and starring roles in Living Single (1993–1998) and The Equalizer (2021–present).
A recipient of a Golden Globe, Emmy, and numerous other awards, she’s also a CoverGirl spokesperson and advocate for body positivity and social justice. These 15 quotes—sourced from her songs, interviews, posts on X, and public statements—reflect her insights on empowerment, resilience, self-love, and leadership, capturing her regal strength and inspiring presence.
15 Queen Latifah Quotes
- “I’m not the type to pat myself on the back and all that, but somebody’s got to be lucky, right? When I got to Hollywood, I didn’t know anybody, I had no connections, but I made it.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “Ladies first, there’s no time to rehearse, I’m divine, you all know the verse.” (Song, “Ladies First,” All Hail the Queen, 1989)
- “I don’t want to be a supermodel; I want to be a role model.” (Inspiring Quotes, n.d.)
- “Unity, let’s get together and make things better, one love, we can change the world forever.” (Song, “U.N.I.T.Y.,” Black Reign, 1993)
- “You have to stand up for yourself because no one else is going to do it for you.” (Interview, Essence, 2015)
- “I’m a strong woman, I’m a proud woman, I’m a loud woman, and I’m not going anywhere.” (Post on X, @IAMQUEENLATIFAH, 2020-03-08)
- “Who you callin’ a bitch? You better respect my name, I’m a queen, I’m here to change the game.” (Song, “U.N.I.T.Y.,” Black Reign, 1993)
- “Dreams become reality when we put our minds to it.” (BrainyQuote, n.d.)
- “I had to grow to love my body. I did not have a good self-image at first. Finally it occurred to me, I’m either going to love me or hate me. And I chose to love myself.” (Inspiring Quotes, n.d.)
- “Just another day, living in the hood, just another day around the way.” (Song, “Just Another Day,” Black Reign, 1993)
- “You almost have to step outside yourself and look at you as if you were someone else you really care about and really want to protect.” (Interview, Oprah.com, 2013)
- “I’m here to inspire, to lift up, to show the world what a queen can do.” (Interview, Billboard, 2019)
- “Come into my house, where love’s the only rule, respect and unity, that’s how we keep it cool.” (Song, “Come into My House,” All Hail the Queen, 1989)
- “There’s no way I can pay you back, but my plan is to show you that I understand, you are appreciated.” (Interview, The Hollywood Reporter, 2021)
- “Be bold, be brave enough to be your true self, because your true self is what the world needs.” (Inspiring Quotes, n.d.)
Queen Latifah’s quotes are a powerful blend of strength, empowerment, and authenticity, inspiring fans to embrace their truth and lead with purpose. Which one’s got you feeling like royalty? Drop it in the comments and keep her queenly legacy shining!
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