I'm a musician at heart. I know I'm not really a singer. I couldn't compete with real singers. But I sing because the public buys it.

- Nat King Cole

I am an American citizen and feel I am entitled to the same rights as any other citizen.

- Nat King Cole

Unforgettable in every way, and forever more, that's how you'll stay.

- Nat King Cole

Madison Avenue is afraid of the dark.

- Nat King Cole

Although it's been said many times, many ways...Merry Christmas to you!

- Nat King Cole

People don't slip. Time catches up with them.

- Nat King Cole

The people who know nothing about music are the ones always talking about it.

- Nat King Cole

I may be helping to bring harmony between people through my music.

- Nat King Cole

Smile and maybe tomorrow you'll see that life is still worth while if you just smile

- Nat King Cole