My heart is still there in gospel music. It never left . . . I'm gonna make a gospel record and tell Jesus I cannot bear these burdens alone.

I've been around long enough for people to know who I am and what my contributions are. They know me as more than just an artist. I think they know me as a woman as well.

Let's start with the church. As you know, it's my background, it's a natural setting for me and it's definitely my roots.

It's so glamorous, you have to see it." (describing the $92 million Rock & Roll Hall of Fame)

I know people I feel are extremely talented, but I don’t know that I’ve ever heard any geniuses.

I think the hardest thing is losing weight. That's the hardest thing more than anything else.

Trying to grow up is hurting. You make mistakes. You try to learn from them, and when you don't, it hurts even more.