In singing, you cannot 'cheat' if you want to give emotions to those who are listening. You must have something to tell.

Let me say that I've never thought to conduct because the conductor has to think to the music before the orchestra. And the orchestra comes later. For me, it's terrible.

I love eating shabu-shabu in Japan - a kind of beef hotpot. But if you're talking about authentic, traditional food, then Italian cooking is one of the best in the world.

I am honored I have performed 'Quizas Quizas Quizas' with Jennifer Lopez, an eclectic artist who thanks to the charismatic power of her voice and to her soft sensuality, has managed to make this song particularly convincing.

I do not think anyone can ever do anything without the help and will of God.

People are often quite surprised by the sport and leisure activities practised by the blind. For example, tandem cycling is very popular.

It's true that I suffered a lot, especially when I was younger.