“I'm not a good Samaritan, I'm a businessman... The goal is to read and...” — L.A. Reid Quote

“I'm not a good Samaritan, I'm a businessman... The goal is to read and react. If we sign an artist that has potential for a shelf life way out in the distance, then we'll stay. But if not, then we won't.”

“I'm one of those foolish people who believe the glory days of the record industry aren't behind us. They're actually ahead of us.”

“I think of myself as a producer who tries to bring the best out of everyone, whether that be an artist, songwriter or a publicist.”

“My father was a brilliant inventor and businessman. He taught me to appreciate the opportunities that America offers to innovators.”

“A good chef has to be a manager, a businessman and a great cook. To marry all three together is sometimes difficult.”

“I'm a businessman as well as an entertainer. The reason why is because I want to own whatever I'm doing. I don't want to work for other people forever.”