I have a big problem with piped music. I like either silence or to listen to it properly.

I don't belong to a church or political party or a group of any kind. I feel that Amnesty International is the most civilized organization in history. Its currency is the written word. Its weapon is the letter; that's why I am a member. I believe in its non-violence; I believe in its effectiveness. Its dignity and its sense of commitment. Its focus on individuals and the concentration and tenacity with which they defend those imprisoned for their ideas has earned it the cautious respect of repressive governments throughout the world.

If you love someone, set them free.

I think I mentioned to Bob [Geldof] I could make love for eight hours. What I didn't say was that this included four hours of begging and then dinner and a movie.

Without the breath of real freedom we're getting nowhere fast.

I was brought up as a Catholic and went to church every week and took the sacraments. It never really touched the core of my being.

I try to give the media as many confusing images as I can to retain my freedom. What's real is for my children and the people I live with.