All music is based on country music. And that's why so many different kinds of people relate to it. There are more country music fans in New Jersey than there are down South.

I've always been full of nervous energy, but I'm not really as happy as I seem.

Nobody's perfect. The only one that ever was, was crucified.

I've seen things, and that's almost the same as doing them.

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

A lot of people say I'd miss show business if I quit. I'd miss some of it. Now it's the only life I know.

I don't go to church regular. But I pray for answers to my problems.