Top 27 Quotes by Carole King

When I wake up every morning, I smile and say, 'Thank you.' Because out of my window I can see the mountains, then go hiking with my dog and share her bounding joy in the world.

When I was younger, I was kind of fearless. I think it takes more courage to do things when you know more. I was completely naive, and I was like, 'Why can't I do anything I want to do?'

I just sort of try to be a good person; try to write music that lifts people and makes me feel good to sing.

Eric Clapton is my dream guitarist.

I'm a songwriter first.

I only wanted to be a songwriter. I never wanted to be a singer. And I never wanted to be famous.

I think Madonna has a great deal of intelligence and capability. I have a lot of respect for her. She's taken her career and maximized it with intelligence and creativity.

My one area of vulnerability was I didn't know how to have a healthy relationship with a man.

Sometimes I get a lyric, and the lyric, you know, comes off the page, and goes into my brain and comes out with a melody. Other times, I may create a melody first.

Sensitive, humbug. Everybody thinks I'm sensitive. Wait until they hear my new album.