Young kids don't have their identity, so everything is so important. Now I'm mature. I know who I am and I know what my thing is and I know what I'm bringing. It's very clear and defined.

I am a feminist, and I define myself: Be yourself, because if you can get away with it, that is the ultimate feminist act.

After my first record came out, I read everything. I was so amazed that I was in the press.

Composing gives me a chance to work in multiple dimensions and helps me pare down my melodies into what is essential. Learning new skills has always energized me and scoring has opened up a world of sonic possibilities.

Picture being forced to talk endlessly about your feelings and listen and care when what you needed was just to get something done.

I don't know; it just seemed like the cooler guys are playing Xbox. At least the ones I know.

I'm very cerebral. I like to think things through.