Songwriters, you have to work - you have to wait for residuals. You have to pray that the song's going to be a hit. And then a year later, you might get a check.

What I like about Elvis is the same thing I like about James Brown, Michael Jackson, Prince. These guys, back in the day, there was no smoke and mirrors. It was just raw talent. They would step out onstage and command an audience.

It's just all love. That's what music is. That's why music is created. To make people feel good, to uplift people. That's what musicians are for: to give everyone an escape, to let everyone feel good and take people out of everyday problems, so that they can hear music and sing words that are hopefully relatable.

Treasure, that is what you are

I tend to overthink things. I'm not the guy who screams 'This is a world smash!' when I finish a song.

I think I don't take myself too seriously. You know as far as, it's a fun life. I take my music serious, but I like to have fun.

And when you smile, the whole world stops and stares for a while