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.

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

The same person is coming through in a different medium.... My art is simple, direct and definite.

Through literacy you can begin to see the universe. Through music you can reach anybody. Between the two there is you, unstoppable.

I'm a John Denver freak, and I don't give a sh*t that he looks like a f***ing turkey.

I like Daughtry, I like Nickelback, I like Dave Matthews. I like Beyonce - she's a really good entertainer.

You don't have to wear fur. They make such great fakes. There's no reason to kill an animal.