I think people have to choose between living with contradictions or painting themselves into a corner. I have a lot of contradictions.

I try to look at this music career thing as the means to an end. And really, at the end of it, I see myself on a sailboat, sailing off the edge of the world.

Making music should not be left to the professionals.

Vengeance and revenge are just two words for pain.

Everyone thinks young people are alienated from the system. But when you present them with a viable alternative, they will be the first to take it. And then watch out.

I believe in the power of music. I believe in it absolutely. It's never failed me. Never.

The love that I pray every day is manifest through me. Not because I'm a loving person, but because the God that I serve loves everybody.