I would like to inspire a lot of people to be active and give back.

I would rather feel things in extreme than not at all.

The consolidation of the music business has made it difficult to encourage styles like the blues, all of which deserve to be celebrated as part of our most treasured national resources.

I was offered to take over for Reba in 'Annie Get Your Gun,' but it wasn't where I wanted to be. I think my fans would be upset if I confined my shows to one city for a long period of time.

I can't make you love me, if you don't.

I'm one of those people who just doesn't plan my personal life. I plan my professional life.

It is still a surprise when people tell me that I've had an influence on them, particularly when it's someone I really respect.