I'm not going to compromise my artistic integrity.

Looking at my life, it's very clear to me, I lived so selfishly.

Make no mistake, Madonna is always in control of the image she wants you to see.

I've never really lived a conventional life, so I think it's quite foolish for me or anyone else to start thinking that I am going to start making conventional choices.

In everyday life I am quiet and reserved, not the housekeeper type but cool and relaxed. I don't get up in the morning wearing false eyelashes and I don't wear fancy underwear when I'm cooking popcorn. I'm a nice little ducky.

I stand for freedom of expression, doing what you believe in, and going after your dreams.

They're only words, unless they're true.