It’s really strange, but they speak to me — the notes and the chords. So when I hear other people’s music, I can feel the composer. Whoever created that, I can see in their soul.

I have been fortunate to have a career that has allowed me to travel the world and come in contact with many different cultures and people.

All you need is passion. If you have a passion for something, you'll create the talent.

I'd decided to take the risk, and either I'd succeed or else.

My goal is to connect with people emotionally. I take life’s experiences and translate them into music — music that hopefully creates an impact on the listener.

The less you want, the richer you are. The more you need in order to be happy, the more miserable you’ll be.

I'm an optimist by choice not by stupidity.