The Blues Is Life
The blues is life itself. It's a feeling that lives in your heart.
B.B. King
Blues legend, guitarist and singer, electric guitar master who influenced generations of musicians.
All moments: B.B. King
- Music Is a Healing Force — B.B. King
Music is a healing force. It can help people through pain.
- Never Give Up on Your Dreams — B.B. King
Never give up on your dreams. That's what saved me.
- Love Matters in Life — B.B. King
Love is important in life more than anything. That's what we live for.
- Thankful for This Gift — B.B. King
Every day I'm thankful for this gift of music, for the chance to play.
- Lucille and Me — B.B. King
I named my guitar Lucille, and we've been through some good times together.
- Always Something to Be Grateful For — B.B. King
There's always something to be thankful for. You must remember that every day.
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