In the beginning, though, I have to admit that I did have a chip on my shoulder. I did want to prove everyone wrong. But after I went through the process and came out the other side, it wasn't about anyone else.

Why is it that all non-conformists look the same?

I grew up in a house of no love or emotion - it kind of sticks with you.

The closer I get back to being who I really am, the stronger the music gets.

I mean my point as an artist is I'm on my own little weird journey across the sky here and whether or not anybody's listening, or listening to the degree I would like them to, at the end of the day has to be an inconsequential thing because I can't chase this culture.

I was trying to be this person who is cool, eternally rocking.

Most great records really start with the drums.