Since I was two years old, all I knew was gospel music. That music became such a part of my life it was as natural as dancing. A way to escape from the problems. And my way of release.

I happened to come along in the music business when there was no trend.

I've never written a song in my life. It's all a big hoax.

Don't leave my embrace for here in my arms is your place.

Man, that record came out and was real big in Memphis. They started playing it, and it got real big. Don't know why-the lyrics had no meaning.

How can you lose something you never had, I tell myself when I'm feeling sad.

When I get married, it'll be no secret.