I have hundreds and hundreds of songs waiting to get on albums, but I don't know about the three-month radio tours and if I'll be interested in that. I haven't figured it out, but I will definitely be doing music, whether it is independent or with a major record label.

Being engaged with life. One has to develop a poet's eye for perfect moments, moments that most people pass by.

We've made houses for hatred. It's time we made a place where people's souls may be seen and made safe.

The best antidote for loneliness, hopelessness, and fear is vulnerability: sharing your secrets and talking about what shames you, what you fear.

I never found much comfort in overly organized religion of any sort.

Optimism is a choice. Cynicism isn't smarter - it's just safer.

There is a pretty girl on the face of the magazine and all I see is my dirty hands turning the page.