“ My biggest hero, Gregory Peck, was my birthday present on April 14, 1973. I just sat and stared at him. Loretta Lynn
“ When I first came to Nashville, people hardly gave country music any respect. We lived in old cars and dirty hotels, and we ate when we could. Loretta Lynn
“ I don't like to talk about things where you're going to gt one side or the other unhappy. My music has no politics. Loretta Lynn
“ Daddy was real gentle with kids. That's why I expected so much out of marriage, figuring that all men should be steady and pleasant. Loretta Lynn
“ Mommy smoked but she didn't want us to. She saw smoke coming out of the barn one time, so we got whipped. Loretta Lynn
“ I've seen country music go uptown, like we say, and I'm proud I was there when it happened. Loretta Lynn
“ Sometimes I think our problems are made worse by the kind of business we're in. Playing these road shows is a weird experience. Loretta Lynn
“ A lot of people say I'd miss show business if I quit. I'd miss some of it. Now it's the only life I know. Loretta Lynn
“ I never knew any Jews until I got into show business. I've found them to be real smart and good workers. Loretta Lynn
“ You can't be halfway in this business. If you don't meet the fans, you lose all you've got. Loretta Lynn
“ I get along with all the women singers, but especially Dolly Parton. We talk the same hillbilly language. Loretta Lynn
“ I'm not a big fan of Women's Liberation, but maybe it will help women stand up for the respect they're due. Loretta Lynn
