Ideals are not something I can control. It's not logic that convinces me of something, it's what my heart says. My heart has a way of involving me in things, which can only be good for the music.
Michelle ShockedAt one time I was a nihilistic punk with a mohican and a ring in my nose. I think in the course of time I'll find a middle ground, but I also carry that sense of responsibility. I'm in a position to defeat stereotypes.
Michelle ShockedThey sign a bunch of women, and they call it a movement. I don't like the way women in music have been identified as women first and musicians second.
Michelle ShockedI've been through some dark times but I've experienced joy too. Now that joy can't be suppressed.
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