I think singing it when its done well is extremely natural. It feels great.

I listen to archival and historic recordings. I love watching singers. I learned a lot from watching videos.

I was always a very good student.

Contrary to the norm, as my technique improved my voice became higher.

I don't want to be somebody who stands still and sings pretty. Each song is a world. Each song is a story. I don't achieve nearly what I want.

I have had a very difficult time with stage fright; it undermines your well-being and peace of mind, and it can also threaten your livelihood.

If I have to hold a note for a long time, I imagine it as moving and spinning, for the note has to have life. In a way, a singer actually refreshes a note with every beat that it's held.