Everybody, even me, sometimes had to compromise on something, doing things we know to be wrong, and this happens doing whatever job in the world. But a singer must have the courage of saying no.

In the last 20, 22 years I have sung here very often and I have always felt the affection and warmth of the Italians, and I feel very close to you.

The happiest moment in my life? When my doctor told me I was completely cured of leukaemia.

I am extraordinarily lucky, I was born in a family of strong moral values, and in my life I was able to do what I liked best: debuts, great theatres, but above all, inner and deep satisfaction.

Music isn't only a profession.

It's logical for us to sing, but not necessarily operatic pieces.

I've always been a big fan of the American soul sound.