I've never been damaged or hurt by press. It's just that I think it's unfair to use your name in media.

You can't just sit there and wait for people to give you that golden dream. You've got to get out there and make it happen for yourself.

I look forward to the future - and going into the studio to make new music.

I would like to enjoy my life a little bit more so I can really have more fun, but my work is my fun.

You know, you do need mentors, but in the end, you really just need to believe in yourself.

Hair has always been important.

The first time I heard a Billie Holiday record, I thought, 'What's so great about Billie Holiday?'