I think it's artist's role to give and to receive and the people to give it, hear it, vibe on it, and give it back around again.

I'm known for being a good listener. Most people need a lot of love and encouragement and I'm more than willing to give a person all the encouragement and time they need.

I've known the glory of the stage and the glory of the spotlight. I still crave it. I want to be on 'American Bandstand' and 'Soul Train' as a solo artist. As a producer, songwriter and arranger, I help other artists say what they want to say. But on my records, I say what I want to say.

A lot of artists don't like the sound of their voice. They're put off by it.

I just want to play for the people, give my new sound to them, and encourage them and be encouraged by people.

I believe as musicians and artists we have an obligation to our souls. What that is? Only each one of us knows. I can speak for myself and say my obligation is to be happy. When I’m happy, I make great music. When I’m unhappy and my heart is broken, I may make brokenhearted music, but it still sounds good.

I take jobs with people I admire, people with incredible talent who aren't necessarily big sellers.