I had lots of breaks. I guess the one that got my foot in the door was singing the National Anthem at the National Finals Rodeo in Oklahoma City in '74.

I love the national anthem.

I like traditions, and the national anthem is important.

I had a gig in Sweden. There were thousands of people there, and when I launched into 'I'm Yours,' they were all singing along. It was as if I was singing the Swedish national anthem. I was stunned.

Respect and Pride comes when your talent is appreciated with the National Anthem

It's just one of those feel-good stories, singing the national anthem at the Oriole game.