I've done shows with orchestras, and I like writing with orchestras.

All those rappers, they're the only glamorous people working in music now. They dress up in these chains of gold, cars, girls and this and that, high-heeled shoes.

In New York, you couldn't wish for a nicer audience, or in L.A., Chicago, Boston. But when you get into secondary markets, they don't have a clue.

Get down with your old Allman Bros. records!

Women! I have no idea. I don't know anything about women at all. They're a complete mystery to me.

You become acutely aware, if you're touring a lot, that you need new songs to invigorate the live show. And make it interesting for yourself, too.

I've done shows with orchestras, and I like writing with orchestras.