There's a real sense of desperation when you grow up in poverty.

We all have that inner voice that is wise, even if we don't always follow it. It's that voice I'm trying to listen to.

When I pick up the guitar, it's a melody, and that's what drives the lyrics. It's bits and pieces of truth, but it is storytelling.

I refused then like I do now to let anybody tie me down

I'd much rather be playing songs than talking to people.

I can't get excited by my own music. It's impossible.

My voice sucks. I don't like the tone.