I don't try to just be a blues singer - I try to be an entertainer. That has kept me going.

It's going to be years and years before most people realize how greatly he contributed to American music.

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.

I'm no good with chords. I'm horrible with chords.

I was glad to see other blues guitarists like Albert King have crossover successes like me. We played in the same places like the Whisky and the Filmore. When Albert made his guitar cry, he could cut you so deep!

When I do eventually drop, I pray to God that it will happen in one of three ways. Firstly, on stage or leaving the stage, then secondly in my sleep. And the third way? You'll have to figure that out for yourself!

A guitar is like an old friend that is there with me.