Physically touring is tough on me, not that I am weakling. I lose weight. I can't always find the things I need to keep my strength up. It is very draining physically. It is taxing for my mind and body, but in a good way. It feels healthy in a way to purge things out of my system every night.

People in L.A. don't have to brace themselves against the cold; they slack off permanently, and their brains turn to mush.

I get a little sick of myself as a solo artist. I get a little bit bored.

Doing interviews can sometimes mess up my head. It makes me feel dirty. It's frustrating how the press recycles a quote to death.

I've finally learned to love my voice for its uniqueness.

How can I shield myself from the things that I hear?

If you want to achieve things in life, you've just got to do them, and if you're talented and smart, you'll succeed.