I was a shy ugly kid who led a big fantasy life. I thought I was an angel sent from heaven, to cure polio. When Dr. Salk did that I was really pissed off.

If you're waiting for someone to believe in you, you'll be waiting forever. You must believe in yourself.

If you are going to wait for someone to encourage you to do something, you just better give up.

I wouldn't give myself any advice, because advice is kinda bullshit. Take a deep breath and don't take any of it too seriously.

It's a dirty job being ridiculous, but I'll do it

Where's my white collarless shirt from Fred Segal? It's my most capable-looking outfit!

I really don't think of myself as a singer. I think of myself as an entertainer, and the best place I do it is onstage.