It was a way out of poverty. It was a way to success. It was a way to education. And it was a way to a brighter day for me.

But I'm a rock 'n' roll singer; that's my livelihood, my occupation.

I tried to look presentable for a show, but not for sexual attraction. It was strictly for show business.

And I think a woman should find it a joy to be female because God made both male and female.

I just want the world to know that God is present, that he's alive for ever more.

A lot of people call me the architect of rock & roll. I don't call myself that, but I believe it's true.

Gay people are the sweetest, kindest, most artistic, warmest and most thoughtful people in the world. And since the beginning of time all they've ever been is kicked.