I knew that collaborating on songwriting would be difficult for a lot of people, because I was known very much, for my independence and the fact that I wrote these quirky songs that were not typical structure, not typical sound - you know, really original stuff.

I would argue that the uncomfortable feelings she elicits are simply the by-product of watching a woman wanting and taking like a man.

I mean, I think about it, but I don't design my record to get a certain public response.

You been around enough to see that if you think you're it, you better check with me.

Now, in music, it seems more like the popular crowd suppresses anyone who is different.

I'm really happy to be a mom, and I'm proud of the phase I'm in.

People hang their hopes on you fitting into their CD collection in way that they have made a space for, but I'm playing a longer game than that.