The graduations hang on the wall, but they never really helped us at all.

Honesty is such a lonely word. Everyone is so untrue.

I have long admired Steinway pianos for their qualities of tone, clarity, pitch consistency, touch responsiveness, and superior craftsmanship.

I am no longer afraid of becoming lost, because the journey back always reveals something new, and that is ultimately good for the artist.

We are living in a time when American popular music is finally being recognized as one of our most successful exports. The demand is huge.

I'm carrying the weight of all the useless junk and modern man accumulates.

I'd rather laugh with the sinners than cry with the saints - the sinners are much more fun.