When you're away for a long time, tastes change, fans move on. You hate to think about it, but it's an ugly fact of life.

I need my career. That's what validates me.

I used to sing at funeral homes for families that didn't have a vocalist. I didn't get paid. I needed to sing.

It's impossible to write and produce a record when your parents are dying. I really tried, I really, really tried, but it just wouldn't come.

I'm in love, sweet love. Feel me calling out your name, I feel no shame.

Historically, in my generation, all of my heroes and heroines have had issues and problems. We all do.

Completeness? Happiness? These words don't come close to describing my emotions. There truly is nothing I can say to capture what motherhood means to me, particularly given my medical history.