Dad and mom would have preferred that I be a doctor, a lawyer, a scientist, or a great humanitarian. — Levon Helm
Conway twitty was always our local hero while I was growing up. He had a series of good bands. — Levon Helm
Anytime I switch to another instrument, I immediately turn it into another kind of drum so that I can understand it better. — Levon Helm
A friend of mine took me to memphis advised me that I should get in the musicians’ union. — Levon Helm