Michelle [ Pfeiffer] was perfect as Miss Baltimore Crabs.
I'm constantly changing up my show. It's never the same.
We sing because we can't speak anymore.
I wanted to honor [George Gershwin]. He's a great American songwriter.
You've got to find ways to breathe while you're dancing so that when it comes time for you to stop and sing again, you have it. To prepare, I do a lot of aerobic activity. Many times at the gym, people will look at me because I'll be on the treadmill humming.
As far as what made it on there [The Art of Elegance record], it was tough. It's probably one or two songs too long, but I just couldn't (cut any more). That's what I ended up with. I'm really proud of it.