I believe above the storm, the smallest prayer will still be heard. I believe that someone in that great somewhere hears every word.

I need honor in my life from somebody playing for keeps.

Living life, I mean, my two stepsons, my husband, I think every day - today interaction inspires me - as far as music goes - inspires my art.

I believe in equality for everyone. I believe everyone should have the right to love and commit to whomever they want. [...] All I know is that in God's eyes we are all the same. I just wish we could see through the eyes of God more often.

I am incredibly emotionally aware and connected with other people. You know, when you come see me live, you can see that different kind of connection and that connection with what I'm saying, and the things I'm singing about. So it really is about just keeping my eyes open.

I needed to become something besides the star everybody had built me up to be.

I should try to be strong, but baby, you're the right kind of wrong.