I have been singing since I was 7 and the nerves have never gone away. I think it gets worse the older I get. I am introverted and have always struggled to keep my composure. I don't feel nervous until I get to the podium, then I have to hold on sometimes because it feels like my legs will buckle. I pray before hand and try to stay calm, but I am scared out of my wits. Everyone says I have a wonderful voice, but it takes all my willpower to overcome the nerves. I have tried everything and people say that I don't look or sound nervous. If they only knew.