One of the things that I love about painting is that I never consider myself to have an audience.

In the world of music, the audience is not just fans of music; they're fans of many things.

It was Rick's Rubin idea to have the 'Brooklyn' verse repeat. It already was a story, but having that made it a folk song. Instead of this rambling march of verses, Rick understands that music needs hooks. You need that repeated chorus, that everyone can sing along to.

When it comes to performing and entertaining, the art removes itself from the writing.

In painting, the key is not taking myself seriously to the point where it kills sincerity.

I have always considered myself an artist and painting was the first medium that I claimed.

In the music world, when we're making work, we are obligated to no longer be completely free from what we are to someone else - sort of like an athlete, where you become a role model to someone.