I'm always hoping for the nights that are inspired where you almost have an out of body experience

I wasn't allowed to play in some universities in the United States and out of twenty-five concerts, twenty-three were canceled unless I would substitute my black bass player for my old white bass player, which I wouldn't do.

Every individual should be expressing themselves, whether a politician or a minister or a policeman.

Damn it, when I'm bombastic, I have my reasons. I want to be bombastic-take it or leave it.

Your mother’s heartbeat is the first sound you ever hear and your own heartbeat is the last.

Don't be a perfectionist... leave that to the classical musicians.

The secret of a great melody is a secret.