It's true that I can write a song and not really be sure what the meaning of it is.

Sobering up was responsible for breaking up my marriage. That's what it couldn't stand.

If I were to try to identify a turning point I'd say that was it - getting clean.

I have a love-hate relationship with the Grammys because I don't see the music world as a competitive sport.

People should watch out for three things: avoid a major addiction, don't get so deeply into debt that it controls your life, and don't start a family before you're ready to settle down.

Turn away from your animal kind, try to leave your body, just to live in your mind.

Songs are like myths. Myths are useful because they allow you to cast yourself and your life and your own experience. And for some people, 'Fire and Rain' speaks to them in that way.