There's a power in words. There's a power in being able to explain and describe and articulate what you know and feel and believe about the world, and about yourself.

So don't be tempted by the shiny apple Don't you eat of a bitter fruit Hunger only for a taste of justice Hunger only for a world of truth 'Cause all that you have is your soul.

I think it's important, if you are an artist, to use your music to stand up for what you believe in.

My old man's got a problem, he lives with the bottle.

I picked up the guitar at 11, but even before then, I was writing songs on the organ.

Some things remain fragments, just the lyrics and melodies or a line or two or a verse.

I'm still thinking and hoping there's an opportunity for people to have better lives and that significant change can occur.