As soon as you get off stage, that's the most dangerous time for a singer to kiss people because your vocal chords are receptive to any kind of germ.

I need my career. That's what validates me.

Long tresses down to the floor can be beautiful, but learn to love what you have.

Completeness? Happiness? These words don't come close to describing my emotions. There truly is nothing I can say to capture what motherhood means to me, particularly given my medical history.

I say if it's going to be done, let's do it. Let's not put it in the hands of fate. Let's not put it in the hands of someone who doesn't know me. I know me best. Then take a breath and go ahead.

I think there's no sacrifice too great for family, whether it's career, singing, whatever.

Time has nothing to do with the gifts that the gods give you; it's what you do.