I'm not alone, I'm free. I no longer have to be a credit, I don't have to be a symbol to anybody I don't have to be a first to anybody. Lena Horne on alone
Don't be afraid to feel as angry or as loving as you can, because when you feel nothing, it's just death. Lena Horne on death
Always be smarter than the people who hire you. Lena Horne on intelligence
I'm still learning, you know. At 80, I feel there is a lot I don't know. Lena Horne on learning
Malcolm X made me very strong at a time I needed to understand what I was angry about. He had peace in his heart. He exerted a big influence on me. Lena Horne on peace
Every color I can think of and nationality, we were all touched by Dr. King because he made us like each other and respect each other. Lena Horne on respect