Because of my voice, speaking words which had been carefully chosen, women had used money they had set aside for other purposes to buy war bonds.

There's no second chance on stage, and I was trained to make the most of my first chance.

I learn my songs by ear.

In 29 years, I had recorded over 2,200 songs. I was amazed.

I could see myself in a white nurse's uniform, working unnoticed for many years and at last dying, unknown, unmarried and unsung.

During the presidential primaries of 1940, I received a request from the Democratic National Committee to sing God Bless America before the speeches.

This nation loves singing and loves acting.