"It's often been said that we should never meet our heros for fear of disappointment. I am proud to say I have met my hero and she's more wonderful than I could ever have imagined. I had the great opportunity of working with Stevie in the studio, and singing with her on stage. And every time she opens her mouth and I hear her voice I am reminded of what it was that I wanted to be when I grew up. Whether with Fleetwood Mac or as a massively popular solo artist, her magic has always started with her incredible distinctive songs: from "Rhiannon" and "Dreams," to "Gypsy" and "Edge of Seventeen," to "Stand Back" and her latest work . . . these songs reflect her openness as a human being, as well as her power as a storyteller. She's an inspiration, a hero, a friend, an open beautiful person ~ and for all those reasons and more, it's my priviledge to acknowledge Miss Stephanie Nicks for her artistic achievement as a storyteller and songwriter. Stevie, on behalf of everyone your songs touch, we love you!"
Stevie's Acceptance Speech:
"Since this award is for songwriting, I wanted to say a little bit to you, very quickly, about songwriting. In 1975 when I first joined Fleetwood Mac, I really thought, how am I going to plan this out. I'm uh, I'm gonna plan it, and I did, I planned it and I decided to try to make little worlds for you guys to come with me into for a little while, and I think that is what I love the most about my writing. So I thank you all for coming into that little world with me, even if it's just for a minute of your time, and being with me because that's what I do. I love you and thank you so much."