My father is a real idealist, and he's all about learning. If I asked for a pair of Nikes growing up, it was just a resounding 'No.' But if I asked for a saxophone, one would appear and next day and I'd be signed up for lessons. So anything to do with education or learning, my father would spare no expense.
Hugh JackmanI tended to favour the piano over the guitar because it stays in one place, which is what I like to do.
Hugh JackmanIt's always interesting - how do you actually convey thought through song? We're used to the convention on stage. In film, we used to be used to it, and now sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't. You need to be fresh and really look at the material.
Hugh JackmanIโve broken a cardinal rule of art, music, and career paths: actors are supposed to act, and musicians are supposed to music. Thatโs how it works. You donโt buy fish from a dentist, or ask a plumber for financial advice, so why listen to an actorโs music?
Hugh JackmanMy friends say, 'Man you're going to have kids sleeping on pillowcases with your face on it! You're going to be on toothbrushes and magnets and stuff.' I guess now that I'm a dad, I'm thrilled about that.
Hugh Jackman