Top 12 Quotes & Sayings by Tommy Davidson

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an American comedian Tommy Davidson.
Last updated on November 21, 2024.
Tommy Davidson

Thomas Davidson is an American comedian and actor. He was an original cast member on the sketch comedy TV show In Living Color, Mitchell on Between Brothers (1997-1999), Dexter on Malcolm & Eddie (1999-2000), Oscar Proud on The Proud Family (2001-2005), Rushon in Booty Call (1997), Womack in Bamboozled (2000), Black Dynamite (2009) and its subsequent television series. In 2022, Davidson appeared on Storybound (podcast) reading from his book, "Living in Color: What's Funny about Me".

I used to want to be a singer and a musician for years, from 6 years old to today. I'm not really good, but in time I could be. I'm more of a singer than anything.
'Strictly Business' is about a young black man who is learning about himself, and that applies to a lot of young black men, those who are trying to find jobs. This film gives them a good look at that situation.
I'd like to continue doing movies, clubs, concert halls and television. I like something about each one. — © Tommy Davidson
I'd like to continue doing movies, clubs, concert halls and television. I like something about each one.
Blacks don't square dance. If you see a black person square dancing, it is definitely the seventh sign.
Stand-up keeps you alive. It is definitely the most specialized field in comedy because you need to stay sharp and well-tuned every night.
I can personally feel the relief myself in my audiences when I bring up Obama because there was a lot of anti-Obama sentiment out there before the capture of bin Laden.
I do so many roles, I can't be typecast.
I'm a creature of adaptation. I take advantage of the second and the moment. My comedy breathes; it's not really that predictable. I do have a linear style, but other than that, there's a lot of abstract. I just go off on what I'm thinking. I'm not that topical. I like to talk about me and my experiences.
'New Jack City' and 'Boyz 'N the Hood' are realities, but movies like 'Strictly Business' are realities, too.
I would prefer not to be in a car with someone who can't really drive that well!
Strictly Business' is about a young black man who is learning about himself, and that applies to a lot of young black men, those who are trying to find jobs. This film gives them a good look at that situation.
New Jack City' and 'Boyz 'N the Hood' are realities, but movies like 'Strictly Business' are realities, too.
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