My dad's Israeli. He was born in Baghdad to Iraqi Jews. Then, at age two, his parents wanted to move to their homeland and he grew up in Israel. I've…

- Elliott Yamin

I'm still Elliott Yamin. I'm still the funky white Jewish boy from Richmond, Va.

- Elliott Yamin

When I was a kid, I remember trying to emulate Stevie Wonder's sound, and Donny Hathaway's sound. It's just part of who I am - I'm just a soulful kin…

- Elliott Yamin

I was introduced to soul music at a very young age - my mom was a soul singer.

- Elliott Yamin

To me, obstacles in life build character. You have to be able to overcome adversity in order to succeed and appreciate the simple things life has to …

- Elliott Yamin

I think the fact that I am living my dream and being really productive and embarking on all my lifelong aspirations is proof enough that if I can do …

- Elliott Yamin

Growing up, I can remember singing along with my ma all of the time. I wouldn't say she necessarily 'taught' me how to sing, but she was definitely t…

- Elliott Yamin