It's never easy to write a song. It's the most difficult thing I do.

I do my best work when I am in pain and turmoil.

Money's only important when you don't have any.

I've spent a bit of time with the Prince of Wales, who I respect greatly. I'd give two cheers for the Monarchy.

Convince an enemy, convince him that he's wrong. To win a bloodless battle, the victory is long. A simple act of faith, reason over might. To blow up his children would only prove him right.

Be yourself, no matter what they say.

Don't judge me, you could be me in another life.