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"But when you're missing people and you're away from your own family, there is power in music." Upon picking up his call, a woman came on the line asking me if I was ready to speak with Michael. Two seconds later, Michael came on the line. "She doesn't really work for me. I just have her do that to make me sound more important," he says and lets out a chuckle. My reply? "Well, too bad for me, I answer my own phone." We share a laugh. Michael's music is important to millions around the world who glean such joy and comfort from his flawless interpretation of some of the most iconic music of the 20th century, as well as his own music that he has written and performed. His original works have swiftly gone on to achieve classic status in the soundtrack of our lives. The year 2019 marks a boon of personal and professional success, and a packed schedule for Michael. His family's much publicized heartbreak as they fought for their son Noah, as he battled pediatric liver cancer, set Michael on a new course of humility, which was evident throughout our conversation. Now, with Noah's health much improved, Michael has re-emerged with a new album, aptly titled Love (or simply, the heart emoji) on which he collaborated with mega music producer, David Foster; a sold-out worldwide tour and his seventh upcoming musical television special, set to air on NBC on March 20th. My conversation with Michael is one of the most authentic and reflective to-date. We cover the subjects of parenthood, success, spirituality, love, humor, and of course, music. Hello, Michael. How are you? Michael Buble: If you hear kids screaming in the background, Oh my God, so sorry about that. My daughter is running around screaming. Aww, when I do my interviews from home, I have my 9-year-old running around in the background, so I get it! MB: Boy or a girl? A boy. MB: You're probably like, [whispering] "Shhh, Stop it." [laughs] Does he know the deal with what you do?