Hip hop has the urgency and rebelliousness that early rock n' roll and punk had: a level of rule-breaking and flirtation with danger. It allows you to break the rules. John Legend breakdangerearly Change image and share on social
I remember when I first came out as an artist, back in 2004 or 2005, the record label used to take me to all the radio stations and just have me sit in, like, their lunchroom or their conference room, and play for the whole staff. Just to introduce them to me so they would play my records. John Legend artistbackconference share on social
The Obamas have been a great example for the country, and I think people are getting a bit nostalgic for that now when they see what some of the alternatives might be. John Legend alternativebitecountry Change image and share on social
As a nation - and as a world - we need more truth. John Legend nationtruthworld Change image and share on social
My dad liked a lot of Motown, but I didn't listen to it until my teenage years. John Legend dadlistenlot Change image and share on social
Dr. King was unpopular while he was alive - he's only popular now because he's dead and not a threat to anyone. John Legend alivedeadking Change image and share on social
For me as a songwriter, I love when other people cover my songs. John Legend coverlovepeople Change image and share on social
Before every show, I eat half a rotisserie chicken. John Legend chickeneathalf Change image and share on social
My fried chicken is very simple. I pan-fry it in a skillet. John Legend chickenfrypan Change image and share on social
I like things that feel like they're timeless and really well made and tailored... things that make me feel confident when I leave the house. John Legend confidentfeelhouse Change image and share on social