107 Quotes by Trombone Shorty

I was put on so many different musical stages growing up that I didn't think about what kind of music we played. I just thought music was music.

We have to let the younger generations take our music - and approach it the way they want - but just teach them where it all comes from.

I've had a strong will power to become one of the best. And I'm not gonna let nothing stop me from going to my dream.

I'm big fans of all those musicians, B.B. King, Mick Jagger - they're all on my iPod.

My parents pushed me toward trombone because they didn't need another trumpet player.

I'm very proud of 'Backatown,' and usually I don't like to listen to my records.

Music brings unity.

Certain jazz musicians just copy what was done 100 years ago. The music won't grow if nobody takes a risk.

Most people don't even know what a trombone is. It's not that popular as a front instrument... I picked it up and fell in love with it as a kid. It's a difficult instrument, but I like doing things that seem impossible.