Anything Goes | Greta Gaines

What characteristic do you most like about yourself?

I’m funny. Quick to laugh and slow to cry.

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And what do you like least?

I wish I didn’t care so much about what people thought of me.

What was the last book you read?

Power Trip by Amanda Little. If you don’t think we’re irrevocably hooked on petroleum you should read this book (due out 10/09).

Who would you most like to meet?

I’ve met most of the people I am intrigued with. Malcolm X would be high on my list, later in his life though, after he’d been to Mecca!

What are you going to be when you grow up?

A rock star snowboard goddess and world-class fly-fisherman.

Who has most inspired you?

My parents, no question about it. But I tip my hat to all the songwriters who sing and write from the soul. You know who you are.

Who is your favorite artist?

Cesária Évora, a Portuguese folk singer. An amazing voice.

Who is your favorite painter?

My mother, Patricia Gaines.

What are you most proud of?

My kids, Cassidy and Ryder. Also, that I was the first woman to compete against men in extreme snowboarding.

Why Nashville?

You can still be a working artist here.

What do you like most about the city?

It’s clean, friendly, and I love fattening soul food.

What do you like least?

I seriously love everything about this town.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

Maybe I’d have a cute turned-up nose?

Are you happy with where you’re heading?

I’m on a road that’s a little scary right now. But I like to be scared; it helps me get the job done.

What’s your mantra?

Go big or go home.

What’s it like being you these days?

It’s a mix of hilarious situations, colorful characters, and interesting projects.

What talent would you most like to have?

I would like to be a better visual artist. My art looks like a fifth-grader’s but not in a cool, Picasso sort of way.

What is your most treasured possession?

My black fringe cashmere poncho. I take it everywhere.

What is your greatest regret?

That I didn’t become a stand-up comedienne.

You have five minutes left to live; what are you going to do?

Start kissing everyone around me goodbye!