Book excerpt: In Cornbread, Fish'n Collard Greens, Grammy-Award Winning Singer and Songwriter, Anthony Hamilton, describes in vivid detail the passion, inspiration, and methodology behind his large catalog of music. The father of six, Hamilton is very big on family unity and the importance of instilling moral values and wisdom into each generation. Drawing upon his own experiences, from his early childhood to manhood, Hamilton shares his intriguing thought process and validates how his body of work directly reflects his real-life experiences. Fans of Hamilton will be mesmerized and emotionally touched to discover the meaning behind their favorite songs. It is rare to be given access into the talented mind and technique of such an acclaimed musician. Growing up in the south, food played a significant role in Anthony Hamilton's life. Included in the book are some of Anthony Hamilton's favorite delicious recipes. His favorites being Cornbread, Fish and Collard Greens. Many have come to believe, the cornbread gave him his stability, the fish gave him his serenity, but the collard greens gave him his soul, making him the musical icon he is today!