I don't sit in the corner waiting for death: death has to pursue me. I'm going strong. I hope to reach 100 and ask for an extension, just like my grandmother did. Compay Segundo hopesitgrandmother Change image and share on social
As long as your heart beats, one is never too old. Compay Segundo beatheartlong Change image and share on social
I am still simple, just as if I were beginning. Compay Segundo beginsimple Change image and share on social
The music that I play and that I like is traditional music, maybe it's because of my age. Compay Segundo musicageplay Change image and share on social
When it comes to musicians, I'm like the daddy of musicians here in Cuba. Compay Segundo cubadaddymusician Change image and share on social
Ry Cooder for me is a master, a great master that has a wonderful feel for Cuban music. He's also paid tribute my talent a bit, even though I don't know half of what he knows. Compay Segundo musiccubanbite Change image and share on social
I'm still strong and in the best shape to continue living my life. Compay Segundo continuelifeshape Change image and share on social
I've done a lot of things away from my homeland. Compay Segundo homelandthinghave Change image and share on social
Because people are very interested in my poetry, in what I say. Compay Segundo interestpoetrypeople Change image and share on social
My secret? A desire to work, years of dedication and loving what you do; I can't live without music. Compay Segundo musicdesirework Change image and share on social