The outlet for my sorrow, that I do feel deeply, and the pain, is the songs. That's where it goes.

I wish I was a little more gregarious and outgoing

You're successful if you can get one person to pick it up and put it on the turntable and go, Wow, thanks for writing that!

Love is the promise that guides me.

Down the ancient corridors through the gates of time, run the ghosts of dreams that we have left behind.

Wealthy the spirit that knows its own flight. Stealthy the hunter who slays his own fright. Blessed the traveler who journeys the length of the light

Love when you can, cry when you have to, be who you must, that's a part of the plan. Await your arrival with simple survival, and one day we'll all understand.

My life is as an artist, not an entertainer. I don't consider myself an entertainer, but I can do that thing when I want to

There's a heaven on earth that so few ever find, though the map's in your soul and the road's in your mind

A simple smile, a tender touch, speaks the true language of love.

Between the worlds of men and make believe I can be found.

Please take note that any and all dragon petting will be at your own peril. We are not liable for any injuries sustained while petting.

Kindness is the best prayer.

I'm aware of the fact that a lot of talented people out there will never get this chance.

If I want to wear a dress, I'll wear a dress.

And you learn [how to win] starting in the minor leagues, by winning day in and day out.

Apparently nothing will ever teach these people that the other 99 % of the population exist.

The member of Congress who is not making a career of politics looks quite differently at the world.

When I first came here, Hollywood was very closed-minded.

Growing around great musicians, you just can't help it. I identified with it immediately. It was something that was so natural to me that when I started singing, it was almost like speaking.

And I have a plan to do even better, to end welfare as we know it