I saw all the suffering that Kurt Cobain went through. I saw this real vibrant person turn into a real shy, timid, withdrawn person.

I don't take part in it the way I used to-the bimbos, the free beers, free drugs, all that. That's still there if you want it, but I don't really seek that out any more.

It's just writing about things, feelings, not that we're dark or depressed...just as much as anyone else is.

It was all about music, about getting your friends to come and see you play. I don't see that same intimacy happening very much today.

Music is the doorway that has led me to drawing, photography, and writing.

I'd like to fly, but my wings have been so denied.

When everyone goes home, you're stuck with yourself.