I still believe that everyone is beautiful in some way and by seeing the beauty in others we make ourselves more beautiful.

I just sort of try to be a good person; try to write music that lifts people and makes me feel good to sing.

Today's records, even though they may be lyrically repetitive and not saying anything particularly heavy, they have energy.

I just want to give it all that I got. I just don't want to waste it.

I used to hate the sound of my voice.

I'm a songwriter first...In my career I have never felt that my being a woman was an obstacle or an advantage. I guess I've been oblivious...Sensitive, humbug. Everybody thinks I'm sensitive...There is a downside to having one of the biggest-selling albums ever.

The writing of You've Got a Friend was one of the most incredible experiences because it was mostly inspiration. It just came to me almost as we hear it.