I've always wanted to make records that rock like hell. But also, I've never wanted to compromise that Country place deep inside.
I hate parameters. They immediately alienate a bunch of people.
I love rock n' rollers.
If someone gets married at 15, they're either dumb or pregnant. I was both.
Hopefully, people will rediscover real country music. After all, it's in my blood.
My mom is a great entertainer.
Lots of girls marry at 16 in Tennessee.
You can have a big hit and not get rich.
I moved back to Tennessee in '86 or '87. That's when I worked with the Carter Family because I really wanted to understand my roots.
Sometimes I get emotional when I'm doing 'Lonesome Valley' or 'Wildwood Rose.'
I believe everything falls into place as it's supposed to.
Musically, I always wanted to experiment.
I'm pretty much an open book.
There are no rules when it comes to songwriting, so I'd turn Carter family songs from the 1930s into pop songs.
I can laugh and cry at the drop of a freakin' hat - all at the same time.
Be yourself. And every person is unique.
Don't try to be like somebody else. You'll be miserable. You need to be yourself, and don't ever get a big head.
I learned how to sing in front of a lot of people and to hone my skills alongside some of the greatest performers of all time.
Music should be judged on what you hear, not what you think you might hear.
There was a period where I was a little scared that I'd blown my chance.
I've matured as a writer and human being. I've got some wisdom under my belt.
I'm really about my family and really proud of being a Carter.
