Just because you have a hit doesn't mean you're good [at music]. Just means you got a hit.

If you're gonna live, then live it up. If you're gonna give, then give it up. If you're gonna walk the Earth, then walk it proud. If you're gonna say the word, you got to say it loud.

Fearlessness, absolutely. Discipline. You also need open-minded creativeness that lets everything in. You never want to lose a word or a phrase, yet every one should count. Always the best language possible. And, finally, knowing when to leave it alone. Stop when it's done.

With so many people to love in my life, why do I worry about one?

My choice is what I choose to be.

Don't be discouraged by writer's block. Writer's block just means you need to listen to other music.

I dont know if hell exists, but there sure as hell are some people who dont belong in heaven.