Jose Carreras Quotes

Yes, thanks to God... my life has a goal, much more important than my artistic activities, that is the struggle against Leukemia.

I am extraordinarily lucky, I was born in a family of strong moral values, and in my life I was able to do what I liked best: debuts, great theatres, but above all, inner and deep satisfaction.

I've always been a big fan of the American soul sound.

When you arrive at a certain level it's very easy to say yes: that is the moment to learn to say no.

The happiest moment in my life? When my doctor told me I was completely cured of leukaemia.

Yes, you must have the courage of being free.

Italians have no sense of the dramatic.

I can't see why we can't toss in a Junior Walker or Wilson Pickett number in every once in a while.

I love good food but I follow strict rules the days I perform.

Everybody, even me, sometimes had to compromise on something, doing things we know to be wrong, and this happens doing whatever job in the world. But a singer must have the courage of saying no.

It's logical for us to sing, but not necessarily operatic pieces.

I've always said that music is like literature.

I am always living very good moments.

Music isn't only a profession.

In the last 20, 22 years I have sung here very often and I have always felt the affection and warmth of the Italians, and I feel very close to you.