But at the age of 44, I sure hope to be a better businesswoman. I want to get the music straight to my fans.

You make me feel like a candy apple, red and horny.

I struggled with being in the public eye, losing my anonymity when my star rose quickly in the late 90's. But I need the challenge of showing up and getting up there to spill my guts and connect with my loyal folks.

The river was always there inside of me, but I was very shy. I could see that this was my path. I felt destiny in my own music.

I want to sit with my legs wide open and laugh so loud that the whole damn restaurant turns and looks at me.

I'd love to act. I feel that it's another naked, mysterious challenge, like jazz. It kind of intrigues me in the same way.

But looking back, the fact was that I had a couple of big hits too quickly and it was simply too much for an introvert like me to handle.