I always thought martial arts was the most modern choreography we could have right now, and I always wanted to put it to music.

I'm writing about real things. Real people. Real characters. You have to believe what I write about is true or you wouldn't pay any attention at all.

To debate political objectives, views, and goals is the most American thing conceivable.

Meditation doesn't have to be complicated. What I do is about as simple as you can get. You could just count the beads, one, two, three, with your eyes closed or open, whatever makes you happy.

It's depressing when you're still around and your albums are out of print.

I am bigger and stronger than ever. My Chen Taiji and health regimen has served me well all of these years, thanks to Master Ren Guang-yi. I look forward to being on stage performing, and writing more songs to connect with your hearts and spirits and the universe well into the future.

When I record an album I'm trying to get as close as possible to that perfect moment.