Billy Preston
1946 - 2006
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Quotes
Biography
Billy Preston was an American musician whose talents as a keyboardist, singer, and songwriter influenced the music industry for over five decades. Born in Houston, Texas, in 1946, Preston began his career at a young age performing with gospel legends like Mahalia Jackson and James Cleveland. His work spanned various genres, collaborating with renowned artists such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and Eric Clapton. Preston's solo career flourished with hits like 'Outa-Space' and 'Will It Go Round in Circles,' earning him accolades and establishing him as a pioneer in the world of funk and soul music.
Famous Quotes (5)
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Music is my life. It is a reflection of what I go through.
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You can't make him love you. But you know, you can always make him leave you.
3
You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world.
4
If you keep your faith, you keep your trust, you keep the right attitude, if you're grateful, you'll see God open up new doors.
5
You have to go on and be crazy. Craziness is like heaven.