My music was never considered cool, but I've always felt that connection with the audience.

I've always had a special relationship with the U.K. fans, because even when I wasn't working they were very supportive.

I was silver-white by the time I was 35, but having grey hair makes me look washed out. My wife and son have both said that grey hair doesn't suit me because I have a boyish face.

I had a lot of very religious influences - Christian religious.

I would be devastated if my son could not have music as part of his curriculum in school. It should not be a choice between culture and technical training - well-rounded students and graduates will make appropriate choices for their careers, but they must also be trained to make appropriate social choices.

I understand the rock star deal having been one and still going out strapping my guitar on and performing. Now, I probably do 30 or 40 dates a year and I get to relive how I felt at 19 when I played in some really bad bands.

My life has flourished in so many ways both personally and professionally that I can't ask for a better life.