I think a number of the leaders are, whether you like it or not, in the hip-hop generation. And when they understand enough, they'll do wonders. I count on them.

I'm a serious aficionada of country music - Reba McEntire, Toby Keith, Montgomery Gentry. I've even written some songs. They haven't done anything of mine yet. But it's only a matter of time.

I want to thank you, Lord, for life and all that's in it. Thank you for the day and for the hour, and the minute.

I believe that every person is born with talent.

You are the sum total of everything you've ever seen, heard, eaten, smelled, been told, forgot - it's all there. Everything influences each of us, and because of that I try to make sure that my experiences are positive.

I have no modesty. Modesty is a learned affectation. It's like decal stuck up on a person.

My heart is so heavy when I see the reality of the Indian reservation and as an American, I know I am, too, responsible.