Sweet freedom whispered in my ear, you're a butterfly, and butterflies are free to fly, fly away, high-away, bye-bye.

But until we get rid of that shame, then people are going to stay underground, they are not going to get tested, and we're facing an uphill battle [with AIDS].

I had to learn how to function as a human being. And I really enjoyed that process.

Instead of more violence why isn't there a [meeting of religious leaders]. It's all got to be dialogue - that's the only way. Get everybody from each religion together and say 'Listen, this can't go on. Why do we have all this hatred?'

Some men kneel and pray, I like women and I like wine.

I really appreciate my performing so much better, as I get older. I don't take it for granted anymore. I really relish it and love it.

Children are extremely important. They are the future of the world.