I grew up not liking my father very much. I never saw him cry. But he must have. Everybody cries.

There were very few black people in Montana but we never felt out of place.

I've seen people who have been coming to my shows for 25 years.

I realize I was more of a curiosity to the older Nashville artists than the new ones.

I think there's enough room in country music for everybody.

I always wanted to grow up fast. I longed for more than the Mississippi Delta could give.

I try to keep my feet on the ground. Even though I appreciate the fame and adoration, I remember once I used to pick cotton, and I felt like even then I was somebody. I have the same feet, hands and heart like everyone else. I'm just also blessed with a good voice.