The press has always written that I am a recluse and a mysterious woman, but I am more down-to-earth than they think.

When I was 15 I became a full-time singer in a band. At 18 I made my first record.

My life contains so many other things; I have my children, my grandchildren, my two dogs and a big place in the country. I have my own life.

I must be allowed to be as I am.

I would like to sing the theme tune of a big film - something like 'Titanic'.

My professional persona never loosens its grip, keeping an eye on me at all times.

I may have aimed too high sometimes, asked too much of myself and demanded too little from those around me.