D'Angelo Quotes

There's nothing quite as powerful as people feeling they can have impact and make a difference. When you've got that going for you, I think it's a very powerful way to implement change.

I have learned so much from Nelson Mandela, and he has been my leader. He is a perpetual inspiration for me and millions of others around the world.

I try to use my music to move these people to act.

We must remember that one determined person can make a significant difference, and that a small group of determined people can change the course of history.

It is stories - both real and fictional - that can captivate hearts, change minds and, in the most powerful examples, spur action.

One person with a belief is a social power equal to ninety-nine who only have interests.

Never feel too small or powerless to make a difference.

There is no force so democratic as the force of an ideal.

There are artists, true performers that have come before me who have been a big inspiration to me. I hope I do the same for others.

I never thought I'd be a role model but I think to some people I am or have been.

Believe in something larger than yourself... get involved in the big ideas of your time.

Never doubt that one person can make a difference.

It's the need for change that drives us to join forces with our brothers and sisters all around the world - but change is slow.

Teachers have a chance to mold someone, inspire them. I hope all teachers realize that.

And I haven't met too many actors along the way that haven't told me how much the show has meant to them. It's one of the reasons they say they are doing what they're doing, today.

A small group of thoughtful people could change the world. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.

My celebrity status allows me an opportunity, allows me a pulpit to preach and reach out to the people. Not even always preaching but just leading, motivating them by being a leader.

I'm trying to change the world.

I've met Oprah Winfrey twice, but I want to spend some quality time with her. I want to sit her down and talk at her for a minute about what she means to me and why she means that. Then I have some advice for her, too... I have an idea or two.

The political, social, and spiritual impact of the life example set by Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela might be measured in part by the profound and unique gestures made by people in different countries to honor his life upon learning of his death.

I feel privileged that people are looking up to me, and perhaps a dream will be born because of my presence.

I am constantly being told that I have been a big influence for many people, including other musicians.

I know that I'll end up being a role model for many, many people out there for all kinds of reasons.

I think having a vision can make someone an influential man. I'm not talking about acting or anything like that, I'm talking about people I admire, whether it's a writer or a musician or a sports figure or a politician, whatever.

Storytelling is fine as long as you can encourage people to act on the stories.