I have always loved Waffle House. It's been like an oasis in the desert many times late at night after one of my concerts.

I only record songs that I really like and believe in and can sing with conviction.

People get passionate about a song. It's been my experience if you put out radio candy, something commercial, it doesn't sell records.

I've been in that situation many times, telling people why country music is important, and this is my chance to stand up for this genre.

It's great to be able to get up there now and do an hour or 75 minutes of songs they're familiar with.