The music teacher thought I sang like a goat. It was kind of devastating. A few months after that, I participated in a music contest and won. I took my little trophy to school and rubbed it in his nose. I said to him, "What do you say now?"

For several years I worried a lot about protecting an image, but today, I have understood that the image cannot be preconceived.

Becoming a mother has taught me to simply things and also to appreciate being at home more.

I'm a perfectionist in recovery. I'm trying to deal with that monster inside of me that wants to do everything right. Or better than right.

In 2006 I was asked to sing at the World Cup in Germany, and in 2010 I was fortunate enough to be asked again.

I think it's my energy and love of life that has been the real key to my fame and success.

Walking gets too boring, when you learn how to fly.