I do think that music videos have a huge impact on the way you listen to music.

Africa. There are a gazillion different languages people speak there, different bone structures, so vast and different.

Trying to find comfort in perpetual discomfort has been my life's work.

I'm one of those people that if you're told that if you put your hand in the fire, you'll burn your hand, I won't listen.

It only takes one profound experience to change somebody's life.

I know some people really try to avoid music when they're writing and recording, but I am very inspired by so many different musicians, and I need to learn. I sit around and try to play along to certain songs that I really love. It helps you explore new territory. I don't think I listen to enough.

Having friends who are records nerds - that's the best thing you can do, have a record-geek friend to take you far.