"I'm a very spiritual woman. I believe in the power of prayer. I believe in the power of faith. I believe in the power of love. I believe in the power of music."

"Being the Queen is not all about singing, and being a diva is not all about singing. It has much to do with your service to people. And your social contributions to your community and your civic contr…"

"I've never been a diva. I'm a lady."

"I never felt I was a star. I just felt I was a singer."

"I don't like to be underestimated. I'm a force to be reckoned with."