I have to go 150 percent or nothing at all.

Women are strong now. Women are dominating the charts, and women are doing it for themselves. We're kicking butt and taking no prisoners.

Real divas give 150 percent. If they don't have the right dress, they'll go out in whatever they have. If there are no microphones, they'll still put on a show. They are people who put their heart and soul in what they do.

I truly respect the people who are working. If they want an autograph from Patti LaBelle, they are going to get it. I have never separated myself from them. I never think you are better than the next one.

I want to be remembered as a woman who was fair and always gave 150 percent, no matter what I did.

So if diva means giving your best, then yes, I guess I am a diva.

I never wanted to go on stage alone because if you mess up, who can you blame?