I change the language with which I use my voice. In opera, I know I have an orchestra behind me; I have to communicate to people very far from me.

I started as a lyrical singer. But it was through the pop universe that I reached international fame.

To sing opera, one needs two things: the voice and the passion - and above all, the passion.

The fact that I am blind is not what defines my life. It should be of no more interest than my blood type. People wonder if there is a relationship between my lack of sight and the way I sing. But there's no connection.

I was an agnostic until I realized that I had to choose between God and fate. The idea that humanity and nature are the result of fate was not convincing at all. I find the presence of God everywhere.

I have trouble with modern art. But in general, all art forms fascinate me - art is the way human beings express what we can't say in words.

I studied law, and I was ready to be a lawyer in my country (Italy). Probably it is better for many clients that I changed my direction! But I was happy to study and I was a good student, I finished my studies. And everything that you learn is useful in life.