The whole world loves American movies, blue jeans, jazz and rock and roll. It is probably a better way to get to know our country than by what politicians or airline commercials represent.

I always wanted to try to be a teacher even before I was in the music business. I liked history, and good teachers made an impact on me.

You look so polished from your hair down to your toes, but still your finger's gonna pick your nose.

It's alright, you can afford to lose a day or two

I've lived long enough to have learned, the closer you get to the fire, the more you get burned.

I hope it does not take the rest of my life until I find what it is I've been looking for.

We're on the verge of all things new.