If it was up to me, there wouldn't be no such thing as the establishment.

It's up to the people. If they really want to keep it going, they'll keep it going... they'll appreciate the music.

Telephone message on his manager's answering machine shortly before dying of heroin overdose: I need help bad, man.

I was trying to do too many things at the same time, which is my nature. But I was enjoying it, and I still do enjoy it.

If 6 turned out to be 9, I don't mind.

Manic depression is a frustratin' mess.

When I'm sad, she comes to me with a thousand smiles.