141 Quotes by Johnny Mathis

Every performer has a little gem, a little pearl they have done that nobody pays much attention to. And then one day, somebody does recognize it, which is so gratifying.

My mom and dad always tried to make Christmas special for us. We were poor, but it's funny because we had no idea.

I always have homemade chicken stock in the refrigerator. I'll reduce it, maybe add a little cream and a few shallots. Before you know it, eureka! It's the best.

I love the whole aspect of music, especially the singing; I never get tired of finding new songs to sing and sing them in a way that's interesting for the public.

I've been very happy to see some of the success that I've had along the way in opening the eyes of people, especially people who listen to music.

I have no way of knowing why my career has lasted so long other than the fact that people like the sound of my voice. Fortunately, I've been able to maintain it.

When I go out shopping and pass a bookstore, I always grab a couple of cookbooks, so I have a library of them. I end up keeping many that I got years and years ago because they work so well.

Homosexuality is a way of life that I've grown accustomed to.

I've recorded in Portuguese, too. I didn't set out to just sing ballads or romantic songs.