A lot of my music is slow and subtle. The subtly is what I enjoy about making music.

I've learned now to talk, act or walk famous. I can still walk around New York, without being molested or bothered. I don't mind autographs - that's part of it. I just do not see the point of being "out there" or behaving outrageously. It will bring nothing but trouble.

Making records is fun. It's not some big statement. You're allowed to make mistakes.

God bless Ray Charles. It was such an honor to meet him and sing with him and actually just to watch him sing from just two feet away.

During my first photo shoot, I was unhappy because they put so much makeup on me and straightened my hair. I've been stubborn ever since.

I should have a therapist. I have plenty to therapise about.

I'd done recordings, little demos, since I was in college, which I used to get gigs. But I never thought I'd have a record label.