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

I have never known stage-fright at any time.

I must work hard to make my singing above reproach; there must be no faults which hard work would take care of.

I have been extremely lucky with reviewers and critics throughout my career.

I just can't read music.

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

Intelligent analysis of the composer's intention and strict adherence to it automatically ensures sincerity.