My parents were very open about what kind of talent I had. They never pushed me to become an accountant because they knew that would be just absolutely ridiculous. So they were encouraging in what I am able to do with some success.

When you learn that a truth is a lie, anger follows.

I didn't want to write a book. They made me do it.

All rock-and-rollers over the age of 50 look stupid and should retire

Death is like taking an intermission when you can't come back. I like living and being around.

No matter how big or soft or warm your bed is, you still have to get out of it.

Being in a rock n' roll band was like being in a Sherman tank. Nothing got to you. You were surrounded and protected by men.