I'm a very disciplined person when it comes to my work, but discipline can't save m from being a drug addict.

You know, I'm not comfortable with people whose politics are static in a democracy.

I don't believe that songwriting has to be profound, but I truly believe that it's a crime for you to go outta your way for it not to be.

I have a low tolerance for mediocrity in music and life. I'm into pain and joy and the in-between doesn't interest me.

Poetry is the hardest thing that there is. It fascinates me, so I want to write more of it.

If there is such a thing as a workaholic, I'm it, and that's what passes for leisure.

I think the criticism that I take to heart is from other writers that I respect.