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Play Quotes

Playing a part, a game, or a song - in their own words.

This set covers 'play' in its many senses: an athlete separating their job from a coach's, an actor naming a dream role, and a musician recalling an anxiety dream about forgetting lyrics onstage. Fans of team dynamics and competition can also check out Game quotes.

I haven't had a chance to pick where I wanted to play since 2007 when I chose to go to Michigan State.

Quotes by Kirk Cousins

The opportunity to play in the Big Ten was one that I could not pass up.

Quotes by Kirk Cousins

I used to play video games all the time, but now I don't because I don't have an attention span.

Quotes by King Tuff

My friends always had bands, and we would play together.

Quotes by King Tuff

When I first wanted to play guitar it was because I had seen Brian Setzer. He's so good! I mean I was just blown away.

Quotes by Kim Shattuck

I like Dave Davies from the Kinks, before he could play slick.

Quotes by Kim Shattuck

I wanted to play the drums, but I had no rhythm.

Quotes by Kim Shattuck

Honestly, it's hard to play with a lot of intensity night after night.

Quotes by Kim Shattuck

It's really hard for me to sing and play bass.

Quotes by Kim Gordon

I've been playing sexually aware women most of my life. At this point I expected to be playing moms and wives. It's exciting to play a femme fatale.

Quotes by Kim Cattrall

I first wanted to be an actress after seeing a play - not a movie.

Quotes by Kim Cattrall

The first professional play I ever saw was The Importance Of Being Earnest, and I just fell in love.

Quotes by Kim Cattrall

Obviously I'm very disappointed. I trained very hard this summer and felt in a good shape to play the U.S. Open.

Quotes by Kim Clijsters

I did a play in school. Then Dramsoc became the centre of my universe.

Quotes by Killian Scott

We have to play a complete game.

Quotes by Khris Middleton

I developed my game a lot and learned how to score off the dribble. I learned how to play team defense and one-on-one defense.

Quotes by Khris Middleton

You've got to play hard every minute you're on the court.

Quotes by Khris Middleton

You have to play your game in this league.

Quotes by Khris Middleton

I love collecting guitars, even though I can't play well. My favourite guitarists are Richie Blackmore, Jimmy Paige, and John Mayer.

Quotes by Kiefer Sutherland

Under pressure, I play best.

Quotes by Kevin-Prince Boateng

Frequently Asked Questions

What do these quotes say about playing sports?
One quote captures a simple, no-nonsense attitude toward the game: "Coaches coach, and players play." It's about trusting your role and doing your job on the field. For more sports-minded lines, see our Football page.
Is there a quote about acting ambitions?
Yes - one quote describes a common goal for performers: "I think that's every actor's dream, actually: to play lead parts."
Does the collection include any funny performance-anxiety quotes?
There's a memorable one about stage-fright dreams: "I had a dream I was onstage naked and I forgot how to play the songs" - a relatable nightmare for any performer. Browse more in our Game section.
What does the collection say about choosing roles?
One quote is refreshingly honest: "I do like to play the darker characters; I don't really know why." For more short, straightforward lines, see our Just page.
Are any of these quotes about sticking to your role?
Yes - the idea of staying in your lane comes through clearly: "Coaches coach, and players play." It's a good reminder to focus on what you do best. Explore more in our Always collection.

Several entries lean toward performance and character work rather than sport, showing how differently the word applies across professions. Related browsing includes Football quotes for the sports side and Just quotes for shorter, plainspoken lines.