172 Quotes by Andrea Bocelli

My real passion is for opera. It was born and developed by listening to records, and my dream as a child was to record entire operas when I grew up, and this dream came true.

Losing my sight had nothing to do with my focus on music. My passion for music was already there, so it would be a mistake to give too much significance to my blindness.

Naturally, women are drawn to a man who understands the subtlety of emotions, and they know I'm a passionate man. But the reason I try to keep myself in shape is so I can sing better, not to look good.

I know that my passion is for opera, but sometimes I like also to sing songs, because there are many beautiful melodies.

I loved playing football. In this particular match the ball happened to hit my right eye, the only one which I could see light and colour with.

I respect very much my public and also the music I perform.

More people are listening to opera, and I'm happy - everybody must be given that opportunity.

People wonder if there is a relationship between my lack of sight and the way I sing. But there's no connection.

Very often, I recognize many, many defects, so I try to improve myself every day. I think my voice is very communicative.