I like my work, but my life always comes first. I always wanted to have a beautiful life, and the way to do it is in show business.

I was told that I had very likely been clinically depressed for a long, long time, probably since I was 15, or even 14. It explained, to me at least, a lot of my behaviour over the years.

When I found out my mother wanted me to marry a rich man, I instantly didn't want any rich man.

I'm sick of being self-referential. I don't want to do any more songs that can be accused of being personal.

I do yoga. I do tai chi. I do a lot to keep my body and my spirit together so I can work.

To be diagnosed with cancer was a frightening thing, and my first reaction was sheer panic, but I was really fortunate that the cancer was caught at such an early stage that I didn't need chemo or radiotherapy. But I know that cancer is a chronic condition, and once you've had it, you're on the list, because it can come back.

If I let myself sink into depression, I won't be able to get out. And then I'll be awfully unhappy. I just have to turn my face to the light and walk on. And trust that things will be all right.