I didn't want the public in my personal life at all - I thought that people might perceive me as too normal, and I'd lose that larger-than-life rock star persona. You've got to protect that!

I bring people on stage with me. It's a good time, and people love to join in on the party. Show me a smile, and I'll show you one back.

I'm the kind of guy who really likes a challenge. It's more rewarding.

I used the music kind of as therapy, and it's just amazing that I feel so free after doing that. I feel like I had it trapped inside of me and now I feel free. So it's been a very good therapy session for me as well.

I have been known to hang out and party back in the day. I had a weekend that lasted a few years.

Act smarter than you are and always know where your exit is in case you get into too much trouble.

Anything less than the best is a felony.