I remember even getting kicked out of a bar once because I was too loud and obnoxious.

I wear clothes that most people in the Midwest would probably deem inappropriate at my age. And I rock a bikini all summer long. I know that it's not normal, but I just don't care. I live once.

Nothing feeds a hunger like a thirst

I love scoring. Putting music to picture is a rewarding challenge and one that relies on interpretation of emotion - as in, what is the pivotal feeling in a scene and which character's point of view is driving it at any given moment?

Yeah, I like to be the maker of the art. And I like and want the money. But I don't really dig being famous.

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

It’s nice to be liked, but it’s better by far to get paid.