I’m big on showing people versatility. I’m constantly trying to push myself to break barriers and the idea that we have to stay in one lane. Dawn Richard Read Quote
I connect so much with Peter Gabriel’s sound because, to me, he always had that South African vibe. His drums were always something to move to: it was almost like Calypso. I’m a big fan. Dawn Richard Read Quote
There’s a fine line between artist and product. I don’t think the industry purposely does it, but I think that’s just the way they maneuver. You have to be careful that doesn’t become your story, where you become a product, and your art is tarnished because you’re just seen as a tool to make money. Dawn Richard Read Quote
My uncle is in the hall of fame for creating by hand some of the most intricate Indian Mardi Gras garb. Dawn Richard Read Quote
When you see what you really are, good or bad, there is a fearlessness to understanding your purpose. Dawn Richard Read Quote
The problem with Danity Kane is everybody wanted to play everybody’s role, and when you’re in a group like that, that can’t survive. Dawn Richard Read Quote
Everyone who knows Puff knows Puff rolls with himself. His hustle is money. That’s what he does. Dawn Richard Read Quote
I got in the audition line called ‘Making the Band’ because I wanted to be in a band. If I didn’t, I would have done ‘American Idol.’ Dawn Richard Read Quote
I come from an era where lyrics were full of imagery and metaphor, and that’s all I know. I think people miss that. Dawn Richard Read Quote