I prefer to work for my country in a free and independent way. I was born free, and I want to die free. I am always suspicious of ideology. Instead, I respect men with ideas.

Living is dangerous. The important thing is to know the limits.

Fatherhood is a very natural thing; it's not something that shakes up my life but rather it enriches it.

I am a very lazy man, so, for me, the dream is to be at home on the chair with my family.

Faith has a role to play in life. It is not related to success. It is the other way round. Success is related to faith. Faith comes first.

More people are listening to opera, and I'm happy - everybody must be given that opportunity.

I have always tried to perform the music I love, and I think I am lucky because my preferences are often the ones of the public.