I ain't no saint, but I've tried never to do anything that would hurt my family or offend God...I figure all any kid needs is hope and the feeling he or she belongs. If I could do or say anything that would give some kid that feeling, I would believe I had contributed something to the world.

I was training to be an electrician. I suppose I got wired the wrong way round somewhere along the line.

When we're dancing it almost feels the same, I've got to stop myself from whispering your name.

I've had a pretty good lesson in human nature. It's more important to try to surround yourself with people who can give you a little happiness, because you only pass through this life once, Jack. You don't come back for an encore.

Love is a thing you never can share.

NUTHIN' more fun than Rock n' Roll!

When I started singing, I weighed 153 pounds. I weigh 184 now. I haven't gotten any taller, but I'm putting on a little more weight.