I always try to write a song, I never just want to write a record. Originally I was not writing songs for myself. ....And I can say this, most of the people who have recorded my songs are songwriters themselves. ... Even if I don't release it myself, somebody else might hear it and want to record it. When you write a song, it gives it that potential. When you write a song, a song has longevity. ... So I wanted to sing inspirational music, and that's exactly how I approached it-only the words have been changed to declare my relationship with God. Songwriting is my gift from God.

Originally I was not writing songs for myself

Pretty girls come a dime a dozen, try to find one who's gonna give you true loving.

My mother was a churchgoing lady, so I always heard about God at home

We're all going to be victims of temptation at several points in our lives.

People say I'm the life of the party Because I tell a joke or two Although I might be laughing loud and hearty Deep inside I'm blue So take a good look at my face You'll see my smile looks out of place If you look closer, it's easy to trace The tracks of my tears.

When someone picks up one of my songs and records it, I'm a flattered man, it's a blessing to me