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Influences Quotes

Quotes on the people and moments that shape who we become.

These influences quotes name specific musical heroes and comedic idols while also framing influence as something built from ordinary experience. See more in Inspiration quotes.

The two biggest influences of the '70s were Don Cornelius and Bruce Lee.

Quotes by Ad-Rock

Everything we do, I'd imagine, influences everything we will do.

Quotes by Nick Flynn

My influences were Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis and Chuck Berry.

Quotes by Micky Dolenz

One of my great influences was Don Knotts as Barney Fife.

Quotes by Martin Short

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Everything I experience influences everything I do.

Quotes by Mandy Patinkin

Most of my influences are turn-of-the-century.

Quotes by George Crumb

Nayakan,' 'Sathya' and 'Thevar Magan' are my biggest influences.

Quotes by Gautham Menon

One of my greatest influences is the Italian artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini.

Quotes by Frank Gehry

One of my biggest musical influences is definitely Ella Fitzgerald as a vocalist.

Quotes by Elle Varner

Emotion Quotes

When you're young, influences count.

Quotes by Derek Walcott

My influences were Woody Allen and Lenny Bruce.

Quotes by David Steinberg

My influences are Alice in Chains and Elton John.

Quotes by Christian Kane

My earliest influences were things I heard in my household.

Quotes by Boz Scaggs

My biggest musical influences are probably my parents.

Quotes by Bobby McFerrin

Impact Quotes

My earliest influences were Coco Chanel and Yves Saint Laurent.

Quotes by Bella Freud

I'd say my biggest influences are writers like Andre Norton and, particularly when it comes to the Radch, C.J. Cherryh.

Quotes by Ann Leckie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Whose musical influences are mentioned in these quotes?
Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Chuck Berry are named directly as early influences.
Is Don Knotts mentioned?
Yes, one quote names Don Knotts's role as Barney Fife as a major personal influence.
Do these quotes suggest influence is only about role models?
No - two describe influence more broadly, as something built from everything a person does and experiences.
Is this topic mostly about music?
It leans that way in this sample, but the underlying idea of influence applies well beyond music.
Where can I find more on inspiration generally?
Inspiration quotes cover closely related ground.

Everything done and experienced becomes part of what shapes what comes next. Continue with Impact or Change quotes.