Profanity is merely an expression of one's emotions

We'll love you just the way you are if you're perfect.

I'm saying what a lot of people would want to say but are too embarrassed.

Europe seems a little softer, but in America it's harsh. In L.A., where I live, it's all about perfectionism.

My greatest environments in which I can grow, or grow up, is in personal romantic relationships with a man.

I think there is no better way to invite a human being to view their body differently than by inviting them to be an athlete, by revering one's body as an instrument rather than just an ornament.

What influenced me was Tori Amos, who was unapologetic about expressing anger through music, and Sinead O'Connor. Those two in particular were really moving for me, and very inspiring, before I wrote 'Jagged Little Pill.'