I'm definitely influenced by the music. We dance to music, and you have to listen to it and phrase your dancing and movement in a certain way to compliment the music. We have to work hand in hand, the dancer and the music. Misty Copeland complimentdancedancer share on social
Be strong, be fearless, be beautiful. And believe that anything is possible when you have the right people there to support you. Misty Copeland beautifulfearlesspeople Change image and share on social
Whenever there was chaos in my house, whether it was arguing, being in a cramped space with all of us kids and screaming, I found an empty space where I could just put music on and move. Misty Copeland arguechaoscramp Change image and share on social
There are no taking days off. There are no distractions. If I had that, I physically wouldn't be capable of going onstage and performing live theater. It's extremely demanding. I have to be in ballet class every day. Misty Copeland balletcapableclass share on social
Every time I dance, I'm trying to prove myself to myself. Misty Copeland danceprovetime Change image and share on social
I think, as a child, there weren't dreams. I can't recall as a child having some ultimate dream and thinking that it was possible. Misty Copeland childdreamrecall Change image and share on social
Barack Obama being President of the United States doesn't mean racism has disappeared. It's all a process, and we have to be aware that the work never ends. Misty Copeland awarebarackdisappear Change image and share on social
Though I have tremendous support from lots of people, there are so many others waiting to tear me down. Misty Copeland lotpeoplesupport Change image and share on social
I don't feel like my life is that of a superstar! Every day I wake up, I take the train, I go to my ballet class. My everyday life is pretty normal. Misty Copeland balletclassday Change image and share on social
I think I'm pretty laid back. I like cooking, being at home, and going to concerts. And I love to shop! Misty Copeland backconcertcook Change image and share on social
