A song that sounds simple is just not that easy to write. One of the objectives of this record was to try and write melodies that continue to resonate...Everything that happens to you influences your writing...The writing process for me is pretty much always the same-it's a solitary experience...I have yet to write that one song that defines my career...Beck said he didn't believe in the theory of a song coming through you as if you were an open vessel. I agree with him to a certain extent.

Doing yoga on the road was really a life-saver, and a life-changer….It kept me focused and gave me more control over the way I divided my energy. I realize that if [a place of goodness] is the basis for all decision-making, then the road is clear.

I try to ride my horses three times a week. It's nice to be out in nature, where you can't take a phone call.

There's a lot of integrity with musicians; you really still aspire to grow, and be great, to be the best version of yourself you can be.

I dress up with a conscience when I think you'll be watching. I say all the right things, I don't know what I mean.

It's better to have three broken engagements than three divorces.

L.A. to me feels like music industry, and Nashville to me feels like music community.