The blues was like that problem child that you may have had in the family. You was a little bit ashamed to let anybody see him, but you loved him. You just didn't know how other people would take it.

When I was young, I didn't play like I do today. So these kids are starting at the height that I've reached. Think what they might do over time.

I've always liked ladies all my life. I guess it started with my mom. So every time I saw a pretty lady, I thought, she's pretty.

The blues are three L's - living , loving and hopefully, laughing.

I gave you seven children, but now you want to give them back.

The blues was like that problem child that you may have had in the family. You was a little bit ashamed to let anybody see him, but you loved him. You just didn't know how other people would take it.

I don't like anybody to be angry with me. I'd rather have friends.