Even on the most serious ballads, I'll throw in a tongue-in-cheek remark.

Guitar playing isn't really for everybody.

I get to cry to Barbara Walters, when things don't go my way. I'll get community service no matter which laws I break.

I'm aware of the fact that a lot of talented people out there will never get this chance.

When they say you're the best, I always remember that the majority of the audience probably thinks someone else should have gotten the award.

Even in your darkest moments, you'll think of something that'll crack you up.

As a guitar player, it's harder for me to impress somebody than it is to write a song that they like.