As a songwriter, your songs are, in a way, like your children - you want them to be appreciated.

I learned that when you do the best job that you can do, some people will idolize you, others won't care, and some will vilify you. I believe it is important to remain humble and thankful for the blessings in our lives, for the tremendous opportunities that are a result of our musical success.

The history of mankind is a history of war.

Mankind invents things to fight about.

There is so much to life; my heart breaks watching someone held captive by addiction.

Without meditation, Id probably be dead.

The problem with popularity is that if it gets too popular everybody leaves and goes somewhere else.