You've got to stay current and up with the competition. The main thing, though, is finding the greatest songs you can possibly find.

I use all my skills that I can muster up, but the fun thing is that I find some untapped skills every once in a while. I get that from my daddy.

When you're a very ambitious person, the things that are disappointing are when other people around you aren't as enthusiastic.

Growing up is not being so dead-set on making everybody happy.

My goals have changed throughout my life. At one time it was winning awards, selling out concert dates, selling more albums than anyone else. Now, my goals are to see my grandchildren grown, live a long and healthy life with my family and friends and travel the world.

Living might mean taking chances, but they're worth taking. Loving might be a mistake. but its worth making

You don't waste your entire life waiting to go back to dust.