Parents have to really talk to their children before they leave home.

Trying to grow up is hurting. You make mistakes. You try to learn from them, and when you don't, it hurts even more.

I know people I feel are extremely talented, but I don’t know that I’ve ever heard any geniuses.

Parents have to really talk to their children before they leave home.

I love to sing. It's just a natural thing for me.

I've been around long enough for people to know who I am and what my contributions are. They know me as more than just an artist. I think they know me as a woman as well.

Clark Terry is an American Master. I love to listen to him, particularly 'Mumbles.' I was so delighted when we received degrees together, along with Edward Kennedy, at the New England Conservatory in 1997.