As slavery died for the greater good of America, and the movement for equality sputtered to life, the white woman was on the cover of every American magazine. She was the dazzling jewel on every movie screen, the glory of every commercial and television show.

I need to find creative diversity because if I get stuck, I get unhappy.

When I sing, I have to live in that moment, so my audience can feel that. That is my reason for doing art.

I just think it's silly to be stingy with compliments. If you see someone and they strike you as beautiful in any way, why not let them know?

Don't stop dreaming just because you had a nightmare.

Find new treasures in yourself. Love doesn't die. Love is unyielding. It's going to come back. The more you love and appreciate yourself, the more prepared you are when the real thing shows up.

I have a few caftans just for lounging purposes. When I want to feel free, it's the closest thing to feeling naked without being naked.