I don't like the word "happy." I wouldn't want to use it that context. I enjoy writing songs, it's a really good challenge, it tickles me. It's a wonderful way to engage with your surroundings, through poetry and songs.

I want to make something that's useful to someone, somewhere.

A lot of religious texts make for good reading. That's why they hold up.

When you're playing festivals, you only get a half-hour. It's like a meat market. You don't get to be artistic. You don't get to play music. It's called a showcase for a reason.

I couldn't write a political song. There's just opinion; it's all arbitrary anyway. It's all subjective.

I love songs because by nature they are concise; they sum up. I try to use as few words as possible. It's usually funnier that way, anyway.

Opinions only carry weight in the second or third person.