As Soon As You Get Off Stage,

It's Impossible To Write And Produce A Record When Your Parents Are Dying. I Really Tried, I Really, Really Tried, But It Just Wouldn't Come.

I Need My Career. That's What Validates Me.

Long Tresses Down To The Floor Can Be Beautiful, But Learn To Love What You Have.

As Soon As You Get Off Stage, That's The Most Dangerous Time For A Singer To Kiss People Because Your Vocal Chords Are Receptive To Any Kind Of Germ.

My Father Worked On Assembly Lines In Detroit While I Was Growing Up. Every Day, I Watched Him Do What He Needed To Do To Support The Family. But He Told Me, 'life Is Short. Do What You Want To Do.'