Luther Vandross, born on April 20, 1951, in New York City, was a legendary American singer, songwriter, and producer known for his velvety-smooth voice and emotive performances. Rising to prominence in the 1980s, Vandross became synonymous with romantic ballads and R&B classics. Hits like “Here and Now,” “Never Too Much,” and “Dance with My Father” showcased his unparalleled vocal range and ability to convey deep emotion through his music. Vandross’ silky vocals and impeccable phrasing earned him widespread acclaim, with multiple Grammy Awards and countless chart-topping singles to his name. Beyond his solo career, Vandross collaborated with a multitude of artists, leaving an indelible mark on the music industry. Despite his untimely passing in 2005, his legacy as a pioneering figure in R&B and soul music lives on, inspiring artists and captivating audiences worldwide with his timeless melodies and heartfelt lyrics.

Luther Vandross Quotes

1. “The best things in life are free.”
— Luther Vandross

2. “How I’d love, love, love, to dance with my Father again…”
— Luther Vandross

3. “Whenever I say goodbye its never for long because I believe in the power of love.”
— Luther Vandross

4. “One look in your eyes and there I see just what you mean to me. Here in my heart I believe your love is all I’ll ever need.”
— Luther Vandross

5. “I’d like to be remembered as a premier singer of songs, not just a popular act of a given period.”
— Luther Vandross

6. “My father would lift me high. And dance with my mother and me and then. Spin me around til I fell asleep. Then up the stairs he would carry me and I knew for sure I was loved.”
— Luther Vandross

7. “See, I’m not the type of writer that has 400 songs in a suitcase someplace on the shelf. I’m sort of a rise-to-the-occasion-type of writer, so when I know I’m going to record, I get in the mood to write.”
— Luther Vandross

8. “I feel a sense of sadness and joy. Mostly sadness though about what I’ve experienced and sadness about what others have experienced in reference to the stroke.”
— Luther Vandross

9. “The best part is still ahead of me – I haven’t experienced my ‘good old days’ yet.”
— Luther Vandross

10. “When I was larger, people said I was fat. Now that I’ve lost weight, they say I died.”
— Luther Vandross

11. “All through school, I was losing hundreds of pounds in school, so that’s a journey – that’s an old journey. I’m tired of that. I know that road.”
— Luther Vandross