Quotes from Kid Rock

You know, when I started I liked Big Macs and Budweiser and I still like Big Macs and Budweiser.

That's why I called my record Devil Without a Cause - I'm a white boy who's so sick of hearing that white kids are going to steal rap.

I don't steal things. I'm rich.

I don't read books. I like to read newspapers and magazines, but I've never learnt to enjoy books or novels.

And there's a feeling you get from making music that is unlike anything else in the world.

They believed you can't mix rock, country, and rap, and that crossover is dead. I always knew it would work. And it will always work as long as you're really into it and like what you're doing.

I'm not only a fan of Apple products, I have stock in the company. I think Steve Jobs has started one of the greatest corporations in the world.

I'm actually a pretty decent human being, and when I'm home I'm straight as an arrow.

My take on rap is driven by straightforward American southern rock and blues.

I know a lot of people who are struggling musicians; it's a hard life, and I've risked being that. The rewards are tremendous now that I've made it, I thank God every day. But I put it all on the line for it.

As far as my street cred goes, I'll always have that, because I always hang with the kids. I'll jump right off the stage and buy them a beer. I'll be a star on stage, but I'll always hang with the kids.

I am an avid hunter and marksman, and I will not hesitate to shoot anyone who has myself or family in fear for our lives.

Tell me if this is wrong. Justin Bieber... is 100 percent like watching Vanilla Ice all over again. It's exactly the same. Well, as soon as Bieber has a hit, he'll be like Vanilla Ice.

My shows aren't about trying to save some place, because I don't feel that's the right venue for it. That's my politics right there: Don't bring politics to my shows.

I always believed it would happen and stuck to my guns.

I've got my own studio, so I sit in my studio writing and if I get a great take, that's the take.

I collect cars and bikes. One of my most special rides is a black 1930s Cadillac V16, and then I've got a few West Coast choppers.

I hate my own attorneys!

There's so many examples of just how lucky we are to be born anywhere in this world that is free.

I do believe in standing up for what you believe in and your family and your friends.

Being a father helps me be more responsible... you see more things than you've ever seen.

Rap's the occupation, but one day watch I'll be Pimp of the Nation.