There are some singers that have great technique and then there are those that have a certain quality or style in their voice. Some have both, like Freddie Mercury, but to me, I prefer style over technique.

When I heard the Beatles, I thought thats it. That's what I want to be. I want to be a Beatle.

My idea of what God should be is a good guy. I don't think there's any good in killing people in the name of your God.

If you don't know what sex is before you're 21 you're going to have a problem and should go to your psychiatrist.

My son Jack once said to me, 'Dad, do you think people are laughing with you or at you?' And I said, 'I don't care as long as they're laughing.'

I have a genuine love affair with my audience. When I'm on stage they're not privileged to see me. It's a privilege for me to see them.

Every shopaholic needs an accomplice.