It bugs me that people think my songs are personal because it means I have to explain myself all the time.

There's nothing in the world so sad as talking to a man who never knew his life was his for making.

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

I need space between me and the audience - and the more space the better.

I feel calm when I'm on my own.

I want to be in control of my own destiny.

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