I was born into a family of gospel singers. My early ambitions were many. I was going to be a ballerina. I almost had that one come true until I tore a tendon, so I transferred from my toes to my throat and that's where the talent settled.

I have no desire to look back, I only want to look forward to the things that are still ahead of me.

I hold all of the songs that I have had the pleasure of recording and performing in high regard.

It is frustrating to be a Black woman in the entertainment industry.

A fool will lose tomorrow reaching back for yesterday

It was fashionable, youre supposed to be a married lady, so I did.

I was told by my grandfather who was a minister that we all were put here on earth to be of service to one another, and it is quite gratifying to know that if I am able to be of help to one that is not able to help themselves then I am fulfilling my obligation as a human being.