As far as a theoretical point of view for my generation, I'm probably the most successful theoretician. I mean, double albums and concepts and dresses and major disasters and wonderful successes and yet you don't see the critical review of my work. Why? Because it's all focused on the persona. Billy Corgan. But I get to sort of jump in and be Billy Corgan. But then I get to sort of jump back out and be like, sensitive man in the corner.

Not let the child run the circus, just have that child be the source of the creative voice.

In my case I don't mind playing a character that irritates people or makes people question my sanity.

I'm not going to die glamorously. I'll probably be eating a Twinkie, take a bite, and fall over.

Being in a rock band is just an excuse not to get a job

The reason I don't play any of the old songs is because I really honor my old band, and I think that those songs are best served within the context of that band.

Ultimately, running a band is about the relationships you have with people.