I prefer to leave standing up, like a well-mannered guest at a party.

If I do have some success, I'd like to enjoy it, for heaven's sake! What is the point of having it otherwise?

I prefer to leave standing up, like a well-mannered guest at a party.

I have never given all of myself, even vocally, to anyone. I was taught to sing on your interest, not your capital.

Art is the only thing you cannot punch a button for. You must do it the old-fashioned way. Stay up and really burn the midnight oil. There are no compromises.

Be black, shine, aim high.

The ultimate of being successful is the luxury of giving yourself the time to do what you want to do.