I never sing a song more than twice because my fear of waning excitement for a piece is part of my troubles. I so rely on vibe, energy and emotions that the technical part occurs to me last.

You can't roll a joint on an iPod, buy vinyl.

So it's the greatest compliment in the world when people want to hear you sing. That means it feels good to them, so I keep doing it.

I have my songs ready in my head, gather the guys, play it and then let them go with it. [The music] finds its way, we do what the music says to do......the song is the producer.

I can't tell you how freeing it is to have my own label. For the first time in my career, I have total control.

I like to make great albums.

The only way to get ahead in the music business these days is to call up all your friends. To pool your resources.