I am continually embarrassed by people who point me out as an example of what can be done without training.

I sometimes get that wonderful sympathy between me and the audience, telling me I've reached their hearts. And when I do, the thrill is mine.

I just can't read music.

I have always examined closely the motives of any group for which I am asked to raise money.

I am harder on myself than anyone else could be.

I know I'm fat and I know my hair is straight, but I can sing.

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