I was really going through a transition in my life. I was tired of feeling victimized by my career.

I think I've drawn from some of the most feminine women, like Jackie Kennedy. I am totally devastated that she's gone. She had it all.

At no time do I come from a cynical point of view. I'm coming from a concerned point of view.

Of course, everybody's family is dysfunctional - we've accepted that. What are we supposed to do? Hate our parents for the rest of our lives?

The live show is different from the album. It's different every night depending on where I am and how many months have gone by since I last performed.

If you want to dig, if you want to pry, do it on your time, but I'm going to be a woman of dignity.

I don't think somebody can just, like, wave a magic wand and make you a star.