I studied German at school. I lived in Berlin for two years and had a German girlfriend for five years, so I don't find speaking German particularly difficult. Singing was slightly more difficult.

When I write love songs, people think they're really soppy - but I see love as a consolation for the boredom of life.

God knows why - no pun intended - but every time I write a song, I feel a need to touch on religion.

I didn't write songs for a very long time.

I will be the focal point for however long I decide to play. Half of me likes that idea and half of me doesn't, but once the adrenaline kicks in, I'll probably really enjoy it.

I don't write poems and put them to music. Just let things flow.

The majority of the time I'm at home with my family, I play football three times a week.