The older I get, the more I embrace who I am.

I think masculinity is bravado against the mystery of the universe of women. It's just a fear of not knowing what women have that's so powerful. It's this shield they put up to try to get closer.

Country music was a part of my life. Now it isn't. We had a good relationship, really, but we wanted each other at arm's length. The people in Nashville didn't want to be responsible for my looks or my actions. But they sure did like the listeners I brought.

We're in a period where society seems very attracted to flash, and that seeps into people's musical taste.

It's just a theory really, but I have always thought that your physical surroundings can shape your voice and personality.

I never get tired of exploring Americana or country music, and I always have a little bit of a crooner in me that never seems to go away.

You have to respect your audience. Without them, you're essentially standing alone, singing to yourself.