When I was growing up, I'd be in the choir. My mum was the organist in the church, so I'd sing in the church.

I always felt that the music sells by itself. The music has always been the successful aspect on my career, and that means that, to me, I can always still stay very focused on music.

I told the record company I didn't feel the need to be at red-carpet events. I wanted a career. But I wanted to keep myself intact as a person.

It's very homely, this castle. It doesn't have huge ballrooms. I didn't want a cold, cavernous place.

There are people who can achieve huge success in life, while adding a bit of fun and a splash of colour to this increasingly grey world.

Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success.

Donald Trump has had political success positioning himself as a 'law-and-order' candidate.

I am a ball player in the summer and a farmer in the winter time, and I aim to be a success at both professions.