I'm never tired of going to the studio. I enjoy recording and documenting everything and trying new things.

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.

Yes, I've always been fashion conscious.

I like Beyonce's music - some of it, not all of it.

Falling out of love is like losing weight. It's a lot easier putting it on than taking it off.

Being a singer is a natural gift. It means I'm using to the highest degree possible the gift that god gave me to use. I'm happy with that.

When God loves you, what can be better than that?