Frank Sinatra

Crooner, entertainer

Modern influential 123 sayings

Sayings by Frank Sinatra

If you don't know the guy on the other side of the world, say hi to him anyway. He might be a good guy.

Unknown — Attributed quote, often shared as a statement about human connection.
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The greatest love affair I ever had was with New York City.

Unknown — Attributed quote, expressing his affection for New York.
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I'm supposed to be a tough guy, but I'm not. I'm a pushover for a pretty face.

Unknown — Interview, discussing his perceived image versus reality.
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Cock your hat, angles are attitudes.

Unknown — Attributed quote, often shared as a style or confidence tip.
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Orange is the happiest color.

Unknown — Attributed quote, often shared as a personal preference.
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I love to sing. I sing in the shower. I sing in the car. I sing everywhere.

Unknown — Interview, discussing his passion for singing.
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The record business is a racket. It's a bunch of shysters.

Unknown — Interview, expressing his critical view of the music industry.
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I ain't got no time for people who don't like me.

Unknown — Attributed quote, reflecting his dismissive attitude towards critics.
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I'm an 18-karat manic-depressive. I've got a lot of problems.

1970s — Interview, openly discussing his mental health struggles.
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I've been on the top, I've been on the bottom, and I've been in the middle. And I've learned that the only place to be is on the top.

Unknown — Attributed quote, reflecting on his career trajectory and ambition.
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I would like to be remembered as a man who brought a little bit of happiness to a lot of people.

Unknown — Interview, discussing his desired legacy.
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I'm a saloon singer. I sing in saloons. I don't sing in churches.

Unknown — Interview, defining his performing style and venue preference.
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You gotta love yourself first before you can love anybody else.

Unknown — Attributed quote, often shared as a relationship philosophy.
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I'm a professional, and I've been a professional for a long time. And I take my profession very seriously.

Unknown — Interview, emphasizing his dedication to his craft.
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I don't think I'm a legend. I'm just a guy who sings a little.

Unknown — Interview, downplaying his own fame and status.
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The big lesson in life, baby, is never be scared of anyone or anything.

Unknown — Attributed quote, often shared as a life philosophy.
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I'm not going to be a victim of circumstance. I'm going to create my own circumstances.

Unknown — Attributed quote, reflecting his proactive and determined nature.
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I'm an out-and-out romantic. I'm a sentimental fool.

Unknown — Interview, describing his emotional side.
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I don't believe in anything you can't see, touch, or hear.

Unknown — Interview, expressing his pragmatic and somewhat skeptical worldview.
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I'm a good listener. I listen to a lot of people. And I learn a lot from listening.

Unknown — Interview, discussing his approach to understanding others.
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