I think the melody is the first time I hear in a song and if I like the melody, then I'll pay closer attention to the lyrics.

All my ex's live in Texas, And Texas is the place I'd dearly love to be, But all my ex's live in Texas, Therefore I reside in Tennessee

I didn't want to be 40 or 50 years old and still playing clubs, I didn't feel like I was making any progress, and I actually gave the band notice at one point. I began to have doubts about my abilities.

Of all the songs I've recorded, 'Amarillo By Morning' always sticks out in my mind.

In the beginning, I wanted to be successful. I wanted to make and have hit records. And I wanted everything that went along with it.

You will always be the miracle that makes my life complete. And as long as there is breath in me, I'll make yours just as sweet.

You know, traditional country music is something that's going to be around forever.