I think it's really important with kids just to show them the beauty of nature and teach them a profound respect for nature.

Sometimes, the simple messages are the best thing music can do, really. Sometimes, songs can stir people up, motivate them to make change.

What about your mind, does it shine?

When I vote for a candidate I always try to learn as much as I can about them, but I guess I focus a lot on environmental issues, and I tend to vote along those lines.

I never took singing lessons. I guess, I feel comfortable with it, but I do not feel like a singer. I never want to sing without a guitar in my hand. I consider myself more of a songwriter, rather than a singer. I could never be in a wedding band and just sing Marvin Gaye songs.

I made a lot of mistakes out of the ring, but I never made any in it.

People are lonely, and only animals with fancy shoes.