The problem with fame is you no longer belong to you. You lose your persona and become the object of other people's obsession.

I was born into a family of gospel singers. My early ambitions were many. I was going to be a ballerina. I almost had that one come true until I tore a tendon, so I transferred from my toes to my throat and that's where the talent settled.

If you can think it, you can do it

I have been blessed with some incredible compositions to record and perform and all of my songs have had the ability to grow as I and those who have supported this career of mine for these 50 years have.

Rural communities in Africa, South Asia and Latin America are where the majority of hungry people are and the inequality that exists between women and men in these communities is holding back progress. These women have a very tough time, so much is expected of them.

What's it all about Alfie, is it just the moment we live?

I hold all of the songs that I have had the pleasure of recording and performing in high regard.