Sun Ra Quotes


I have many names; some call me Mr. Ra, others call me Mr. Re, you can call me Mr. Mystery.


Citations

Coney, John, director. Space Is the Place. North American Star System, 1974.

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Sun Ra
Sun Ra
  • Born: May 22, 1914
  • Died: May 30, 1993
  • Nationality: Korean
  • Profession: Bandleader, Composer, Arranger, Artist, Poet

Le Sony'r Ra, better known as Sun Ra, was an American jazz composer, bandleader, piano and synthesizer player, and poet known for his experimental music, "cosmic" philosophy, prolific output, and theatrical performances. For much of his career, Ra led "The Arkestra," an ensemble with an ever-changing name and flexible line-up.