I came to town thinking that everybody had the same idea of what country music was that I did.

The one who actually decided that I should keep my name was my manager, Erv Woolsey.

I don't go out that much anymore, unfortunately. I used to enjoy it, but I'm just so busy. Like last night, everybody else went out, and I just went straight home and went to bed.

And I hate to see artists who are real safe. I love to see artists swing for the fences sometimes.

I came to town thinking that everybody had the same idea of what country music was that I did.

I've learned the lesson that when you're in the middle of something that seems overwhelming, or you're in a bad situation and it seems like it's the end of the world or whatever, then you learn that it's not.

Don't let some hell bent heart leave you bitter. When you come close to sellin' out reconsider. Give the heavens above more than just a passing glance. And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance, I hope you dance.