I may be helping to bring harmony between people through my music.

If you smile through your fear and sorrow, smile and maybe tomorrow you'll see the sun come shining through for you.

Critics don't buy records. They get 'em free.

I am an American citizen and feel I am entitled to the same rights as any other citizen.

I'm a musician at heart. I know I'm not really a singer. I couldn't compete with real singers. But I sing because the public buys it.

I make no claim to being a business genius. You can make so much money in this business that it loses its value.

The Supreme Court is having a hard time integrating schools. What chance do I have to integrate audiences?