People are generally badly advised when they're starting out in the creative field.

Dad made me laugh a lot. He was a real comedian. He had a real sarcastic sense of humour, he could really make a fool out of people. I have to watch it a little bit, because I caught that habit from him. I was really fond of him. He was my idol.

My goal in life has been to be a songsmith, not a pop person.

I had always thought of starting my own record company. I haven't regretted the decision - yet!

I love to sit on a mountain top and gaze. I don't think of anything but the people I care about and the view.

I've done every kind of touring known to mankind. I've played the big and the small places.

Anyone must remember that dad left when I was 3 years old. Mom and I lived out of the limelight. We lived a totally different life.