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

Keep on shining, keep on smiling, don't lose faith, and don't lose heart. When you're crying, just keep trying to remind yourself, you're a shining star, yes you are.

I don't earn my money from trying to hurt people or get in the tabloids.

Every day of my life is going out in public and seeing people's lives and listening to stories - all that kind of stuff musically inspires me.

There comes a time in every life we find the heart we're looking for.

I think singing traditional country is wonderful, because I'm bringing it to my generation and to the younger kids.

When I first came out with Blue, everyone compared me to Patsy Cline, which is the biggest honor, 'cause I've always looked up to her.