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DishDiva says: Please join us in welcoming Backstreet Boy Nick Carter to MSN Live!

DishDiva says: You know there are fans who have been waiting in the chat room since last week!

Nick_Carter_Live says: Thank you so much for writing in. I'm just glad that you're supporting me on everything I'm doing. From Back Street Boys to the solo record I'm doing. It means so much to me. I love you.

DishDiva says: We have so many questions, so let's get started!

nicksgirl28 in Onstage_1 asks: Hey Nick! Has releasing a solo CD changed you in any way?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I think it's made me a better person. In regard to that, I feel like I learned so much as an entertainer, as a writer, as an individual. I hope this is just the beginning for what is to come for the fans in the future.

Nick_Carter_Live says: I've learned the meaning of being in the entertainment business and that is to entertain. I love to make my fans happy, and at the end of the day if they enjoy the music and are happy, then I've done my job.

ReXaY in Onstage_1 asks: Are there DEFINITE plans for you to do a small venue tour?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I wanted to finally get the album out so I can tour. Touring is one of my favorite things to do. Singing, sweating, (laughs). Performing in a small venue tour is what I think is the most intimate for my fans and that's what I'm going to do. I think it's

Nick_Carter_Live says: only fair because I've been so far away from them when I was performing on a large scale and I just want to give back to the fans now.

Love2LoveNick1 in Onstage_1 asks: My favorite song from your album is "Blow Your Mind." What is your favorite?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I love "Blow Your Mind" but I really have a hard time picking anymore because I'm so proud of the album. I worked really hard on it, probably the hardest I've ever worked. I just wanted to show everyone what I was doing and that it was for real and show

Nick_Carter_Live says: my fans what I was creating the best I could for them. It's very important to me to do the best I can.

DishDiva says: This question is from Team Nick Carter: Who's the girl you talk about in "Miss America"?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I don't know, I think that song in general, is a generalization of the American Girl. Beautiful. If you listen closely, that song really does sum up beautiful girls. I am not going to lie, I think that the female species is the most beautiful thing God

DishDiva says: Nick, I've gotta ask because I see we have about 10,000 people asking this question: What is your favorite type of woman?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I think that's what I said what I just said, I have no favorite type. I think they're all beautiful, different colors, different personalities, different looks, I think personality is one of the most beautiful things. I would be lying if I picked only one

GCsStinkyMonkey in Onstage_1 asks: Sharon here fron San Antonio, Texas. What's up Nick? Just wanted to know What has been the happiest day of your life?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I've had so many happy days. My life in general has been so blessed. Just to meet people around the world, maybe meet someone who isn't as healthy and light up with joy because you talk to them or they enjoy the music. It's the simple things in life. Just

Nick_Carter_Live says: to see other people smile makes me happy.

Sweet_Carter_angel in Onstage_1 asks: How do you feel about everything you have been able to do now and what do you wish you can go back and change?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I'm very happy with the route I've taken in my life. Maybe I've had bumps, but that's what has made me the person who I am today. If I wouldn't have had those bumps I wouldn't be the person I am and I like the person I am. I just want to show everyone how

Im_Super_Girl_ in Onstage_1 asks: In the song "Help Me" it sounds like you are very confused. Did you write this as a response to growing up in the spotlight with everyone watching your every move?

Nick_Carter_Live says: "Help Me" sums up the kind of person I am. I'm a very normal person even though I do music. I don't look down on anyone, I respect people for who they are. I just wanted to show I'm just an ordinary man, not an angel, I make mistakes. I don't want a false

Nick_Carter_Live says: representation of who I am. I don't want to live that typical Hollywood bullcrap. I'm Nick, I've always been that way. I started out with my family and what I have now I charish. I am thankful for everything given to me by my fans and I'm trying to give

DishDiva says: Outside of your family, what is the one item you cherish?

Nick_Carter_Live says: If there was an item I cherished, there's a necklace I have that has different charms from around the world that different fans have given me. Hopefully as time goes by in my life I can look back on that. I charish it because it's like my good luck charm.

DishDiva says: Well, Nick, judging from the audience here, you can expect that charm necklace to grow.

Nick_Carter_Live says: I feel that I am taking every fan with me that has given me a charm.

i_love_frack in Onstage_1 asks: Do you miss the backstreet boys when you are on stage alone?

Nick_Carter_Live says: Yes I do. I sometimes look around and wonder where they're at. But I realize everything they've taught me, everything I do, and everything I've done, they've taught me. I feel no matter what happens, they'll always be with me. I do enjoy being on stage,

Nick_Carter_Live says: even though it's by myself. I like to show people what I love to do and that's sing. I love to entertain and make people happy.

DishDiva says: From Team Nick Carter: What's the strangest question a fan has asked you and what is the answer?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I've had fans ask me to the prom, and I wouldn't mind going with them because I never did go to prom. I've had people ask me to marry them. It must mean something to them and I've very honored. I think they could pick someone better than me.

DishDiva says: Anytime you want to go to Prom, you know where to find a date!

Chaos80_ in Onstage_1 asks: If one day MTV ask you to make a reality show like The Osbournes will you accept? Why?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I don't know. It's a really hard question because reality, what is reality. Reality is the things that people don't act and do. I don't know. I can't say I wouldn't but I am a pretty private, in a way, person. You never know with me though, I am

Nick_Carter_Live says: adventurous. Maybe that's why I wouldn't do it, because it wouldn't be different.

Janine_Carter in Onstage_1 asks: Hey Nick, i was just wondering where you got the name "Now or Never" for the album?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I came to a point in my life where I just felt like I needed to start it now, right now, my solo career, because I have so much to learn as a solo artist to become the person I want to become as an artist. I'm just chipping the tip of the iceburg right

Nick_Carter_Live says: now. Hopefully everyone is seeing what is to come in the future. You'll never hear me say I know everything or that I'm the best. I always feel I have room to grow. I feel knowledge is infinity. I hope to grow into a great artist some day, I'm not there

Nick_Carter_Live says: yet. I did work my hardest on the album, but I have a long way to go. You're getting a glimpse of what's to come, hopefully.

MG4Lyfe in Onstage_1 asks: You've recently said in various interviews that you have changed the way you live life and view life. That you were at a downpoint recently. What made you change for the better and how do you see yourself now rather than then?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I don't know, I think when I was able to get into the studio, and I say the studio, because that's what I did right when I got off tour, and started writing just to write. When I did I was able to be by myself. Not tour, not be so looked at by so many

Nick_Carter_Live says: people. A lot of people didn't know what I was doing and could down play myself. And because I was able to be by myself I was able to find out who I am as an individual. I'm getting there more and more each day and people can tell and I'm so happy. I feel

Nick_Carter_Live says: like I'm finally starting to find out who I am. Words can't explain how happy I am.

ajzchick4eva in Onstage_1 asks: Hey Nick! I heard some things about your dad? Are they true. If so. How is he doing?

Nick_Carter_Live says: My dad is doing much better. We thought he might have had a serious colon condition called diverticulitis. All we knew was that he had a swollen colon. He's recovering now and much better. He was in the hospital for two days and that freaked me out, but

DishDiva says: Lots of prayers and best wishes from your fans here!

-CosmicPrincess- in Onstage_1 asks: Hey Nicky; If record Sales go Incredibly well tommrow, do you think you will Keep working SOLO? (hey Chrissy!)

Nick_Carter_Live says: Whether or not they sell five or 5,000 the numbers are not what matters to me anymore. What matters to me is making other people happy. I enjoy being a solo artist and I enjoy singing. I feel that is the most important thing right now. When that was going

Nick_Carter_Live says: on with record sales, I felt that people were losing the real meaning of it all, that it was about music. When I am in the Florida Keys in Marathon, I'll go to a local bar and perform in front of 10 people because I love to sing.

Nick_Carter_Live says: If the record sales are good, that would be great and all, but I'll still believe it's not about the sales.

bufftochar in Onstage_1 asks: I saw your boat win in Cleveland, OH this past summer. Congratulations! Were you there?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I don't believe I was in Cleveland, and I wish I would have been. There is a big race at the end of the year November 22-24 in Key West, my boat is racing in it. It's so much fun and I enjoy it, so I'll definitely be there. And you might catch me at one

DishDiva says: Hear Nick Carter's new release "Now or Never" here

cyberchickaroo in Onstage_1 asks: Nick, how is your foundation going?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I've been really concentrating on what I'm doing right now. It's hard to concentrate on a lot of different things at once. I respect other entertainers that can do that. I'm still keeping it up and after the record is released I'll be able to do it more.

Nick_Carter_Live says: There are so many charities that effect the world and me that I may go into doing something else.

OceanAngel_56 in Onstage_1 asks: How's Aaron and Leslie coming along with their careers? I really love the songs that you and Aaron collaborated on. Keep it UP!

Nick_Carter_Live says: Leslie has put it on hold. What I think would be cool, you know how Dr. Dre does a whole album with somebody. I really feel, like my sister is the most credible singer in the whole family, I want to write and produce her next album. When I slow down and

Nick_Carter_Live says: start to play that Dr. Dre role. I have talked to my brother and we could do some stuff too. I'm not the kind of person that discriminates and I think anything can happen.

pink_kaos04 in Onstage_1 asks: What is the definition of the word "passion" for you?

Nick_Carter_Live says: Passion is a touch of your soul. My definition, and what I mean by that, when I sing, I sing with passion. I feel I sing with (passion and come in all different forms love, hate) all different emotions wrapped up in one. When I sing I sing with every drop

Nick_Carter_Live says: of my body. I'm a very hard singer and I feel like when I sing, I sing with passion, I sing with what comes out of my soul.

Sherry02571 in Onstage_1 asks: Do you believe in fate or destiny?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I believe in fate. I think what fate has gotten me to where I am. Although fate and destiny are pretty much the same thing. I believe in both of them, but usually I say fate. I think everything happens for a reason, I know for a fact because I've seen it

Nick_Carter_Live says: happen. I'm living proof. What is happening right now. I went into the studio to write, I met Kenneth, my manager a few years ago through my girlfriend Mandy. I ran into him a few times and never thought of having him be a manager and then we just clicked

Nick_Carter_Live says: and he signed with The Firm. And everything just fell into place. There were people who worked with Avril Lavigne with the Matrix. Scott is a friend of mine for years and then one day a tape came across my desk by Scott and listened to it and loved it.

Nick_Carter_Live says: There is a song "Do I Have to Cry For You?

Nick_Carter_Live says: And when I wrote that song, there were a lot of things happening with me, and it all just came together and everyone loved the song and they said they wanted me to continue to write and record based on this one song. They didn't even know I could write.

Nick_Carter_Live says: Also Max Martin used to be in a rock band before R&B, but he was a brilliant writer and started writing pop songs with a cool edge. Then he was going to take a long break but heard I was doing this album. He knew I loved rock and he came to me and asked

Nick_Carter_Live says: if we could work together. He also asked if the band he used to play in could come back and I let that happen because I knew it was supposed to happen. I feel these things happened for a reason. I'm the kind of person that lets life take it's course. I

Nick_Carter_Live says: feel if you don't push against it and you let life live it's course, you are taking the right path and fate is inevitable.

DishDiva says: Nick, tomorrow is a big day for you. What are your plans tomorrow as your new CD "Now or Never" drops?

Nick_Carter_Live says: I'm doing a Virgin Megastore signing. I did a Macy's signing today and it was so fun. I had girls come up to me and tell me they had been waiting for 5 years to see me because they were Backstreet fans. I stayed as long as I could and it was so fun to be

Nick_Carter_Live says: close to my fans. It's so cool. They show me pictures of when I was younger. I feel, honestly, we as a group and now I feel I've been blessed with some of the greatest fans in the world.

DishDiva says: Nick, thanks for joining us tonight on MSN Live. It's been great having you back! From all of your fans here on MSN, best of luck tomorrow with "Now or Never."

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WOW, Muffy and Arthur it is great to have you here with us tonight. Members have been sending in their questions for you...so let's go ahead and get started.

It supposed to air on Sept. 1, which is next Sunday, from 8-9PM. But you should check your local listings.

Hey Muffy and Arthur! How are you? You guys rock! I have two questions... how is it like working with the Backstreet Boys???

It was my dream come true working with the Backstreet Boys, but of course it was their dream come true working with me.

Some people think that Arthur is a show for kids... what do you think about that? Is it a show for kids?

I think 'Arthur' is for kids of all ages. It's my parents' favorite show. My baby sister loves it too.

Are the aardvark Backstreet boys going to have the same voices?

No, but we're about to start a movie. An 'Arthur' movie is being made right now and of course I'm the star. ;-)

A member wants to know if you can share with us what the movie is about?

It's about a film being made in Elwood City. But I can't say much more because I've been sworn to secrecy.

If you could be any other animal, what would it be and why?

"Will you guys be close friends Like Muffy and Francine are?"

No one can ever be as close to me as Francine, but Arthur comes second.

Yes, but I'm not sure when. It will be really hard to leave Ratburn.

Ah back to my favorites the Backstreet Boys... a member asks Muffy, is Nick as cute in real life as he is on TV?

Hi Arthur, I just want to know do you have a girlfriend because I really like you?

A girlfriend? NO!!!!!!! But I have a lot of girls who are my friends. Including you. :-)

A member wants to know if you get along with your sister!

I get along with Baby Kate just great. D.W. is another story.

Muffy, another member wants to know how much money you have?

Bionic Bunny is still my favorite TV show. But Love Ducks is my second favorite TV show.

Is it cool meeting the Backstreet boys????? from Arthur or muffy

Yea, pretty cool. Not as cool as meeting Bionic Bunny though.

What are you talking about Arthur? The BSB absolutely, totally completely RULE!!

A member wants to know -- How old are you and is your life crazy like regular kids?

I'm eight years old and my life is sooooooo crazy. I have to go to school, do my homework, count my money, call Francine 10,000 times -- all before my bedtime. (Which is 8:00.)

Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! Nick! And Howie is my second favorite!

A vet. Or maybe the guy who sells hotdogs at the ballpark.

Yes. D.W. and I have a lot in common. We're both smart and cute.

Binky is a sweetie-pie. (He just doesn't like anyone to know).

Arthur and Muffy, I love your website, especially Muffy's wardrobe? Do you spend much time adding new stuff to the site and coming up with new games?

The people who work on my website work really, really hard. I only hire the best.

Arthur will you be going in business with your dad some day?

I don't think so because I don't like to cook. I only like to eat.

OHHH, I am so sad it is over... you guys have been great.

Be sure to check out the Backstreet Boys in the episode 'Its Only Rock & Roll.' It's on PBS, Sunday, September 1.

Also check out the website... at keyword: PBS Kids. It has great Arthur stuff and will help you find show times and channels. Thanks guys. Have a great night.

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Seattle Storm guard Sue Bird and Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys chatted with AOL members just prior to Nick escorting Sue to the ESPy Awards following the chat. They answered questions about the WNBA, what's up with Nick and his solo album and more. See what they had to say below!

MrLiveGuy: Sue Bird and Nick Carter will be here soon! Keep sending in your questions!

MrLiveGuy: Hey, everyone, Sue and Nick are on the red carpet at the ESPYs and will be checking in with us shortly. Does anyone know what team Sue plays on in the WNBA? Five seconds, 4, 3, 2, 1... the Seattle Storm!

MrLiveGuy: Sue Bird and Nick Carter will be here soon! They are at the ESPYs on the red carpet right now. Nick is escorting Sue to the show. Sue will be in the upcoming WNBA all-star game. The rows are rockin’! Shout out to Row 8!

MrLiveGuy: Hey, guys -- can you give us a sneak peek as to what you are wearing to the ESPYs?

Sue Bird: I have the DKNY dress on with a Spaghetti shirt and diamonds. Nick's got on his Hugo Boss shirt and looks pretty good!

MrLiveGuy: Sue and Nick, who are you most excited to see tonight at the ESPYs?

Sue Bird: I'm most excited to see Snoop Dogg do his thing up there!

Nick Carter: I'm excited to see all of the sports stars. I'm just going to have to go out to the audience and see who I'm excited to see. I know Samuel L. Jackson is going to be here!

Question: Nick, are you doing a duet with Britney Spears?

Nick Carter: I had someone from back home call and tell me I'm doing a duet with Britney! No, I'm not. I had no clue about this!

MrLiveGuy: Do you remember where you were when you first heard the WNBA was going to be created?

Sue Bird: I think I was a junior in high school, and I'm not sure where I was, but I was very excited. I thought it was amazing.

MrLiveGuy: From Paige: When did you start playing basketball?

Sue Bird: I started when I was in third grade and have been playing ever since.

Sue Bird: It's hot out here, it's a lot of fun and it's pretty crazy. A lot of cheering going on!

Nick Carter: I train myself now. I've been in this business for a long time, so I train myself.

Question: Nick, when does the Backstreet Boys’ album come out?

Nick Carter: The next Backstreet album is in the middle of being recorded, so there is no date set yet.

MrLiveGuy: From Lauren: I LOVE BASKETBALL!! You are like the greatest. I'm from Connecticut, so I've seen you play a lot! Well, my question is if you think that all of the hard work and months of practice that you went through, was it really worth it to have made it to where you are now?

Sue Bird: Thanks for writing, Lauren, and DEFINITELY. To be where I am now is a dream come true.

Question: Nick, will you tour with your brother this summer?

Nick Carter: I don't know. I don't believe so, but I don't know. That's an option.

MrLiveGuy: This is for Sue and Nick: Who would win in a game of one-on-one? I think Sue would!

Nick Carter: I can't even be a part of that question -- that's not fair! I'll just call the shots out. I only play basketball for fitness, LOL.

MrLiveGuy: Sue, you rock! Who is the toughest player to defend in the WNBA?

Question: Nick, what advice do you have for me? I've been working hard to get a singing career going, but any advice would come as a big help. Thanks.

Nick Carter: Mainly to work hard at your dream. A lot of times people give up in the beginning. Things don't happen overnight -- you gotta work for it! Find out what your talents are. Sometimes your talents aren't always what you're working for.

Question: Sue, what made you decide to choose Nick as your escort? Good choice, though -- he's a great guy!

Sue Bird: We both have the same manager, and he seemed like a great guy to have fun with!

Question: Nick, what is on your schedule for the next few weeks?

Nick Carter: The next few weeks I'm going to be in L.A. doing some intense stuff. I'll be recording some things for some stuff about to happen in the near future.

Question: Sue Bird, how did it feel to go undefeated in your last year in college?

Sue Bird: It was amazing. It was definitely a great way to cap a great career, and I was glad to go out that way.

Question: Sue Bird, how is the WNBA different from the NCAA?

Sue Bird: The players are much better at the highest level you can play, and I'm trying to gain some experience.

Question: Nick, do you listen to country music? Would you would ever record a country song? It'll make some people mighty happy if you did.

Nick Carter: I don't know. I like all music. I don't know if I'd ever do a country song, but who knows? I can't tell what I'm going to do in the future.

Sue Bird: Learning how to ride a bike. The first time I rode a bike, I fell!

Nick Carter: I was an accident-prone kid, and I had a bike accident and broke my arm. Those were our WORST memories! LOL.

Question: Sue, this is Jennifer from D.C. I enjoy watching you play basketball. How well do you think the other rookies are doing this year, especially your former teammate Asjha Jones and your NCAA Championship game opponent Stacey Dales-Schuman? Good luck!!!

Sue Bird: I think the other rookies are doing great, and they're making a great impact. I always like to see the rookies do well. It's very nice to see!

Question: Nick, how do you feel about the older audiences, such as older women who like you, going after your little brother?

Nick Carter: This is an issue! My brother is 14, and he thinks he's older than he is! LOL. But I guess that's all right. I'm a protective older brother.

Question: This is a question for Nick Carter. If you weren’t a singer, what would you be?

Nick Carter: Unfortunately I was not blessed in the basketball department. Who knows what I'd be doing? I have always been into watersports, so I'd probably be racing waterboats or NASCARs or something like that.

Question: Hey, Nick! My name is Angela. Congratulations on the boat races you have won! I was just wondering, is your solo album done, and when is the first single coming out? Luv ya!

Nick Carter: First single should be coming out sometime next month, and the album around October. Right now I'm in discussions with the boys, and we're trying to see what's best. Right now on my agenda is my album.

Question: Sue, I play guard. What can I do to make my game better so I can make it like you? P.S. -- You're the coolest!!!!

Sue Bird: Work on the fundamental things like ball handling and shooting, and always put your teammates first!

Question: What’s it like to be a basketball player? Is it a rush to be in front of all the fans?

Sue Bird: Yeah, it's a lot of fun! We had a great experience in college with thousands cheering for us every night.

MrLiveGuy: Who is the coolest person you’ve seen so far tonight?

Sue Bird: I saw Marshall Falk, and I'm looking at Samuel L. Jackson right now!

Question: Sue, have you and Nick played basketball together? Who won?

Nick Carter: We have a hard enough time getting in touch with each other on the phone! We've been playing phone tag for the past three weeks. I'd probably never play her -- I'm too scared!

Question: Hi, Nick, my name's Brandi. :) If you could be any animal in the world, what would you be and why?

Nick Carter: I'd be something in the ocean -- maybe a dolphin or a shark.

MrLiveGuy: What are you doing after the show tonight? Is there a party?

Sue Bird: There is a party, but I have a game tomorrow, so I'm hopping on a plane and returning to Seattle.

Nick Carter: I'm going to rehearsals tonight. I'm not as bad as I used to be! LOL.

MrLiveGuy: For Sue: Congrats on the all-star game -- how excited are you?

Sue Bird: I'm very excited. It's such an honor, and I look forward to going and having a good time. I'll be honored just to be there! Thanks for writing and coming to check us out!

Nick Carter: Sorry we couldn't get to everybody! Take care!

MrLiveGuy: Thanks, everyone!! Thanks for all of your great questions, everyone. They had to go and run into the ESPYs!