When I started studying for the arias it was like going into training for a heavyweight title fight
For years I've kept a list of dream projects.
I'm proud of my mentors. Ray Charles is the strongest influence on me as a singer
Black music has increased my enjoyment of what I do. It has increased my range, my ability to reach into myself and accept myself.
A lot of my success comes from black music. It's something I'm very proud of.
The more complicated the movie, the more complex the budget, the more lonely it gets. There's a point where ... who do you go to, other than prayer and friends?