God doesn't do the work for you; he does the work through you. It's not enough to look up; you must also look within.

Many a false step is made standing still.

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

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.

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

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

There is nothing more personal than your values. What you will and won't do to get ahead, the lines you will and won't cross to win, whom you will and won't step on for personal gain, are at the very core of your code of honor. And your code of honor determines your character. And your character is who you are. Behind closed doors. When nobody is watching.