Something I've learned from people like U2, the Stones and Lenny Kravitz is that the grind of live shows is so necessary [to build your career].

Failure isn't an option. I've erased the word fear from my vocabulary and I think when you erase fear you can't fail.

When I was younger, studying classical music, I really had to put in the time. Three hours a day is not even nice - you have to put in six.

There's something so powerful about being my own gorgeous, beautiful, individual, unique self.

I believe AIDS is the most important issue we face, because how we treat the poor is a reflection of who we are as a people.

I've met some serious aliens in my life, for sure. I'm sure you've seen a UFO. Haven't all of us seen something flying in the sky, and it's at some random time of night that doesn't make sense, and it's not the shape of a plane? I don't know if I'd go with an alien to space. I would have to feel the alien's vibe. I'm a vibe person.

I pray to give thanks and to recognize all the good things that are in my life even during times of great change, confusion, or frustration.