My parents wanted me to be smart and be a scholar, and the best I could do was graduate high school.

The power of music just kinda kills all those ills; it cures everything and you’ve got more energy just from the music. And, I’ve never seen it fail. It’s good for ya; real good for ya.

The Jungle Bush Beaters didn't last too long as a group, but we had a pretty good time while we did.

I don't think I'm a millionaire, but I'm comfortable.

When the second record came out, they started calling it The Band. I voted to call it The Crackers. I'm no fool.

With horns and a full rhythm section, the drums always looked like the best seat in the house.

Anytime I switch to another instrument, I immediately turn it into another kind of drum so that I can understand it better.