Man is created to be God's deputy on earth and it is important to realize the obligation to rid ourselves of all illusions and to make our lives a preparation for the next life.

Because I don't play guitar any more, African harmonies and rhythms have been an inspiration to me. I love the raw origin of the sound. It complements my voice and words naturally.

I was brought up in the modern world of all the luxury and the highlight of show business. I was born into a Christian home.

America was my home for a very long time, and it's a fascinating, pioneering country that many people look to. In the recent past it hasn't been doing very well, but there's a great new hope now with the election of Obama. America took a very big leap there and proved that it still has the edge as far as being able to do things many other countries may find difficult.

I never thought I'd be on the same stage as Kiss.

There was no division I could see between the essential teaching of all Prophets and wise men of religion.

I always knew looking back on my tears would bring me laughter, but I never knew looking back on my laughter would make me cry.