"I really believe I've been a good person. Not perfect - forget about perfect - but just learning by what I was taught and living by my own values. I might have stepped on a few ants - and a few other things as well - but I've never hurt anybody."
Kiri Te Kanawa is a New Zealand soprano known for her performances in opera and concert repertoire. She gained international prominence in the late 20th century, including major roles at leading opera houses.