African-American Proverbs
Sayings of African American origin In the south they don't care how close you get, as long as you don't get too high. In the north, they don't care how high you get, as long as you don't get too close. One monkey don't stop no show! Black people must stop acting like crabs in a barrel and work together. A heard head makes a soft behind. Burning the candle at both ends. If you can't stand the heat, get out of the kitchen Count your blessings, not your problems. Don't beat a dead dog. Do or die. God does not bless mess. Better safe than sorry. If you ask a Negro where he's been, he'll tell you where he's going. Going to be a cold day in hell. Love don't love nobody. What’s good for the goose is good for the gander. Eat drink and be merry. Old Satan couldn't get along without plenty of help. All that glitters is not gold. Be careful what you wish for you might get it. Life is short and full of blisters...