Country music is so related to gospel. It seems I could go down that road pretty easily.

I've had some incredible moments in my life - thus far. I hope a lot more are coming.

The Civil Rights for Musicians Act is about economic justice for African American artists. It's about what's right. And it's about time.

The music for me is paradise. I think it's where God lives.

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 had said before that I'd never write an autobiography because I've been around, and there's a lot that I've seen and heard that stays with me. That's just mine. I didn't want to do a kiss-and-tell, as some of my peers have.

I have bought a lot of beautiful clothes with my money, but I've also earned it.