I have big, big stage fright.

Often, I went in love with some friends in school. And, no, I suffered. Only later, things went better.

I first started playing in piano bars for three reasons - to make money, to be in the company of my friends - and also to hook up with young girls. I always knew, even before I played in piano bars, about the effect of my voice.

Now I'm more sure and I feel myself more comfortable singing.

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'm quite shy, so I hate seeing my private life splashed over the papers.

When I was very young, I started trying to sing like the great tenor Mario Lanza; my family used to play his records. We all learn best by imitating others.