Black Girl Magic: Inspirational Quotes from Young, Talented Singers

These singers share what keeps them inspired on Instagram.

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Photo By Photo: Elite Noel via Instagram

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Photo By Photo: Elite Noel via Instagram

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<p>Elite&nbsp;</p> <p></p>

Photo By Photo: Elite Noel via Instagram

Keke Palmer&nbsp; - &quot;I used to be really anxious about my future, personally and professionally, and sometimes it got to the point where I was actually overwhelmed about my future and things that were beyond my control. So I would definitely tell myself to chill and relax and just trust the process.&quot;&nbsp;(Photo: Keke Palmer via Instagram)

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<p>Keke Palmer&nbsp;</p> <p></p>

Tinashe&nbsp; - &quot;It's important for me to put out things that I think are good. I want to be a fan my own stuff. I also want my live shows to be really awesome, and dance is such an important element for me and my performances.&quot;(Photo: Tinashe via Instagram)

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<p>Tinashe&nbsp;</p> <p></p>

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Solange Knowles&nbsp; - &quot;It would be so much easier for me to put on a little black dress, straighten my hair and sing about dancing in the club, but it's not my job to prove anything.&quot;(Photo: Solange Knowles via Instagram)

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<p>Solange Knowles&nbsp;</p> <p></p>

Janelle Monae&nbsp; - &quot;I believe that imagination inspires nations. It's something that I live by.&quot;&nbsp;(Photo: Janelle Monae via Instagram)

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<p>Janelle Monae&nbsp;</p> <p></p>

Photo By Photo: Janelle Monae via Instagram