I think a great artist should be able to create any style, any form, anything from rock to pop to gospel to spiritual, just wonderful music where everybody can sing it.

Before I would hurt a child, I would slit my wrists.

Children show me in their playful smiles the divine in everyone.

Be humble, believe in yourself, and have the love of the world in your heart.

I don't understand why the press is so interested in speculating about my appearance, anyway. What does my face have to do with my music or my dancing?

Each day I take time out to study the Bible, no matter where I am. The teachings of the Bible have added a new dimension to my life. It, somehow, makes me whole.

I try to be kind and generous, and to give to people, and to do what I think God wants me to do.