Some kids in Italy call me 'Mama Jazz; I thought that was so cute. As long as they don't call me 'Grandma Jazz.'

[On bebop years] All I did was sing 'How High the Moon.' It seemed like the only song I ever sang.

Sometimes when we're flying or in the hotel, I might run over songs, or in the bathroom.

I think I do better when I sing.

Just don't give up trying to do what you really want to do. Where there is love and inspiration, I don't think you can go wrong.

I'm very shy, and I shy away from people. But the moment I hit the stage, it's a different feeling I get nerve from somewhere; maybe it's because it's something I love to do.

I guess what everyone wants more than anything else is to be loved. And to know that you loved me for my singing is too much for me. Forgive me if I don't have all the words. Maybe I can sing it and you'll understand.