Sometimes, when you work with mediocre talents, they feel entitled. They act like stars. Genuinely talented people don't.

I hear these melodies. I hear horn lines and string lines. That's what's fun about recording with an orchestra.

The moral immune system of this country has been weakened and attacked, and the AIDS virus is the perfect metaphor for it. The malignant neglect of the last twelve years has led to breakdown of our country's immune system, environmentally, culturally, politically, spiritually and physically.

We have a president who stole the presidency through family ties, arrogance and intimidation, employing Republican operatives to exercise the tactics of voter fraud by disenfranchising thousands of blacks, elderly Jews and other minorities.

I’d rather not talk about money. It’s kind of gross.

I don't enjoy public performances and being up on a stage. I don't enjoy the glamour. Like tonight, I am up on stage and my feet hurt.

I want the best product for my audience, and if I don't care 100%, who will? It's my name, my likeness that goes out there.