And for our fans, they're just crazy people anyway. I always look at people in a Green Day shirt, and I think, 'What's wrong with that person? What kind of hang-ups does that person have?' Obviously, it's not just the catchy songs, it goes deeper than that.

We are not afraid to be entertainers.

When someone is in a car accident and they're driving at 100 mph, drunk, who's tape do you think his listening to at that time? Think about it.

My brother David was a great athlete and I knew there was no way I could live up to that.

Punk has always been about doing things your own way. What it represents for me is ultimate freedom and a sense of individuality.

Punk rock isn't supposed to be for everyone. There is that sort of private club mentality, which is necessary. It keeps things from getting watered down and boring.

You can't change the wind but you can set your sails.