Doolittle looked just like a little toy soldier the first time I ever saw him.

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.

When all those city folks try to fix up my talking, all they do is mess me up.

Mommy smoked but she didn't want us to. She saw smoke coming out of the barn one time, so we got whipped.

I get along with all the women singers, but especially Dolly Parton. We talk the same hillbilly language.

My biggest hero, Gregory Peck, was my birthday present on April 14, 1973. I just sat and stared at him.

I wouldn't have dared ask God for all that He's given me. I couldn't have done it on my own. I thank God every day for what I have.