I had a very unusual contract. Most artists actually pay for their record dates and it comes out of their royalties. I paid for nothing.

Songwriting is an art unto itself, not to be confused with performing.

I just learned my lyrics and tried not to bump into the trumpet player. That was my philosophy.

I wasn't driven. I just really loved what I did.

I've got a computer, but I won't go near it.

I had a very unusual contract. Most artists actually pay for their record dates and it comes out of their royalties. I paid for nothing.

The world is a pile of grunge.