Blues purists never cared for me. I don't worry about it. I think if it this way: When I made 'Three O' Clock Blues,' they were not there. The people out there made the tune. And blues purists just wrote about it. The people is who I'm trying to satisfy.

I never use that word, retire.

Elvis, he was unique. And he loved the blues, it was a pity he didn't do more.

I call myself a blues singer, but you ain't never heard me call myself a blues guitar man.

I can't afford no liquor, all I can buy is beer and wine.

Many people leave the country to see beautiful places. I just look out the window and see some of the most gorgeous scenery ever, right here in the USA.

No one can take it away from you.