It is easy to be independent when you've got money. But to be independent when you haven't got a thing, that's the Lord's test.

The trouble with records is that they're too short.

If you want me to sing this Christmas song with the feeling and the meaning, you better see if you can locate that check.

Gospel music rhythms are not African in origin, although I know that's what the jazz experts say.

This is the place to see the stars - Hollywood Bowl.

It is easy to be independent when you've got money. But to be independent when you haven't got a thing, that's the Lord's test.

Baby, black promoters oppressed me before white promoters ever got hold of me. Don't talk skin to me.