When I'm out on the stage, it gives me this rush and anything that's on my mind and everything I'm going through is forgotten about.

I want people to just to see, all you got to do is have a little faith.

I'm very soulful. I grew up singing in church. When I sing a song, I like to feel what I'm singing.

I seemed so different from other kids; I grew up in church and felt a connection with God, and a lot of kids my age really didn't understand that.

I feel like a good mom. I'm a strong woman now... Don't look down on me. Pray for me because I'm trying.

My lips are big, but my talent is bigger.

I want to still be singing at 70 years old. I want to be open to the dreams I haven't even dreamed up.