I still like to keep all the love songs for the Grobanites, I like to make sure that they know those are just for them.

Art matters because it is the one true great connector in a world that seems to be very unconnected.

Every day I lugged my backpack through the halls, waiting for the final bell. Then I'd race home and hole up in my room, playing the drums and the piano, composing music.

No matter what your age and no matter where you come from, everyone can change the world in some way, whether it's being a mentor to someone younger than you or someone that doesn't have as much experience as you. If you're passionate enough, you can do whatever you want and definitely change the world.

I've been aware of my gay fans since album one. There has been such great support from that community and it has gone both ways.

There's no half-singing in the shower, you're either a rock star or an opera diva.

Grobanite makes me think of a type of harmless crustacean.