Growing up in eastern Kentucky like I did, I'm used to having a few guns around to protect me.

If I found out some gal was trying to steal my guy, I'd want to give her a black eye! Instead, I wrote this song. At the time I was writing each song [on this album], you could figure out the frame of mind I was in by listening closely. With every song I've ever recorded, I'm in it. I wouldn't write about it if I wasn't in it.

Being on stage is the best part of my career. I just say whatever comes into my head. It's the only time I feel grown-up and in control of things.

I never rode in an automobile until I was 12.

Daddy was real gentle with kids. That's why I expected so much out of marriage, figuring that all men should be steady and pleasant.

Really, I don't know what I'd do with myself if I retire. Wash dishes?

I'm trying to lead a good Christian life, so there ain't too much spicy to tell about me.