He is not in the least arrogant. The last album was written in a room in Sussex. He was like a mad professor, spending all day writing and then coming out with brilliant tunes.

I would travel only by horse, if I had the choice.

I had daydreams and fantasies when I was growing up. I always wanted to live in a log cabin at the foot of a mountain. I would ride my horse to town and pick up provisions. Then return to the cabin, with a big open fire, a record player and peace.

I think hard drugs are disgusting. But I must say, I think marijuana is pretty lightweight.

Anyone who cares about the Earth - really cares - must stop eating animals.

I don't need a lot of money. Simplicity is the answer for me.

I won't be having any more kids, though. Four is enough.