My role now is as an artist and as a mogul to inspire and give others opportunities.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
I have carried the burden of being a role model for some time. And that's great. The body of work I've done has afforded me that opportunity.
I get to do interesting roles and make a living.
My job is essentially that of an entertainer, no different to that of a musician, no different to that of an actor. I just happen to be an author.
I reached a point where - I have a real heart and concern for families and for youth, and the more I became involved in working through a ministry, the more I realized how powerful the entertainment industry was and how irresponsible it was.
I've spent my life pursing excellence as an artist, which is what I always wanted to do anyhow.
I have a role now that I think becomes me. I am a grandmother.
I've come to understand my role. On some level, I provide the context for them to shine. I also know my role is the steward of the songs, and the center point, the artist that the stuff all revolves around. But I really try to honor that.
My focus is to grow, have fun, and work with people who inspire me, like Philip Seymour Hoffman.
My job is art curator, not artist. All I have ever wanted to do is immerse myself in art, to enjoy it, to learn about it, to write about it, to talk to others about it.
I never had a role that I set out for. I always wanted to have a body of work that I'm proud of. Save for two projects, which will never pass my lips, I'm happy with what I've done.