Dr. King Is So Inspiring, So Impressive,

The Whole Industry Evolves Around A Great Song

I'm Proud Of My Mentors. Ray Charles Is The Strongest Influence On Me As A Singer

Black Music Has Increased My Enjoyment Of What I Do. It Has Increased My Range, My Ability To Reach Into Myself And Accept Myself.

You Know, Fans Who Think We Were Made For Each Other And Describe It In Excruciating Detail. You Get Peculiar Things And Beautiful Things. But Either Way They're Clearly Thinking About You, Which Is Nice.

I Have To Be Happy In The Here And Now Because Every Time You Start Focusing On Your Legacy You're Really Setting Yourself Up For Disappointment.