Welcome to our collection of New York City quotes! The Big Apple, the city that never sleeps, the concrete jungle - there are endless ways to describe this iconic metropolis. As one of the most vibrant and culturally diverse cities in the world, New York City has inspired writers, artists, and dreamers alike. From the towering skyscrapers of Manhattan to the eclectic neighborhoods of Brooklyn, there is something magical about the energy and the spirit of this incredible city.
Whether you're a lifelong New Yorker, a visitor captivated by its charm, or simply someone who dreams of one day exploring its bustling streets, these quotes will take you on a journey through the heart and soul of New York City. From poignant reflections on the city's resilience and indomitable spirit to humorous observations on the daily life of its inhabitants, these quotes capture the essence of what makes New York City so unique.
Discover the wit and wisdom of iconic figures such as Frank Sinatra, Jay-Z, Audrey Hepburn, and F. Scott Fitzgerald as they share their thoughts on the city that has captured the world's imagination. Join us as we delve into the spirit of New York City through the words of those who have been enchanted by its infectious energy and undeniable allure.
So whether you're seeking inspiration, nostalgia, or simply a glimpse into the heart of the city, we invite you to explore our collection of New York City quotes and immerse yourself in the captivating essence of this incomparable urban marvel.
I started writing it the day after Sept. 11. I was living in New York City. We didnt have any phone service and we didnt have any mail. Like a lot of writers do, I started to write in a voice that I missed.
There are roughly three New Yorks. There is, first, the New York of the man or woman who was born here, who takes the city for granted and accepts its size and its turbulence as natural and inevitable. Second, there is the New York of the commuter — the city that is devoured by locusts each day and spat out each night. Third, there is the New York of the person who was born somewhere else and came to New York in quest of something.
My memories are beautiful because my wife Joan is English and shortly after we were married, we stayed in London and I never forgot it. We loved it so much that we've been back very often and it's always a thrill. To me, there's New York City where I was born and raised and then there's London!
BMX riding breaks down racial perceptions. Coming from New York City and being a BMX rider, that isn't something that's too common. I feel like for the longest time, I would ride through certain neighborhoods and people would call me a "white boy" because they associated white boys from California with BMX riding, and it bugs me so much because I'm completely not that. I completely don't fit that mold. It's really important for me to bring BMX riding to the masses and show people exactly what it is.
I love all types of music. Jazz, classical, blues, rock, hip-hop. I often write scripts to instrumentals like a hip-hop artist. Music inspires me to write. It's either music playing or completely silent. Sometimes distant sound fuels you. In New York there's always a buzzing beneath you.
It can destroy an individual, or it can fulfill him, depending a good deal on luck. No one should come to New York to live unless he is willing to be lucky.
A single flight of planes no bigger than a wedge of geese can quickly end this island fantasy, burn the towers, crumble the bridges, turn the underground passages into lethal chambers, cremate millions... Of all targets New York has a certain clear priority. In the mind of whatever perverted dreamer might loose the lightning, New York must hold a steady, irresistible charm.
The subtlest change in New York is something people don't speak much about but that is in everyone's mind. The city, for the first time in its long history, is destructible. A single flight of planes no bigger than a wedge of geese can quickly end this island fantasy, burn the towers, crumble the bridges, turn the underground passages into lethal chambers, cremate the millions. The intimation of mortality is part of New York now: in the sound of jets overhead, in the black headlines of the latest edition. (Written in 1949, 22 years before the World Trade Center was completed.)
New York is part of the natural world. I love the city, I love the country, and for the same reasons. The city is part of the country. When I had an apartment on East Forty-Eighth Street, my backyard during the migratory season yielded more birds than I ever saw in Maine.
By comparison with other less hectic days, the city is unconfortable and inconvenient; but New Yorkers tempramentally do not crave comfort and convenience - if they did they would live elsewhere.
