I don't feel as though I have to prove anything to anybody.

I'm still standing up there tall and strong every night that I perform.

Many a false step is made standing still.

I never thought I would be singing for the world.

I'm no different than you.

I think the race situation is getting better as far as people respecting each other goes. I think the race situation with entertainment is not that much better.

Tell Aretha I’ll be praying for herBecause she needs Jesus!I love her.