Three years between records is longer than average. Double albums are much more of a statement. I really wanted to put myself out there as much as I possibly could.

I am super-interested in fashion. I love being a person whose clothes get discussed. That makes it more interesting for me.

When I read about myself and how writers have focused on negative stuff, it hurts my feelings.

Music is an opportunity to say every single thing that you want to say. People will pore over whatever you say and however you say it and, for me, it represents complete freedom of speech.

I don't think fear necessarily is a core human emotion, but I do think fear of death is something that is at the core of every person's existence.

I grew up around fashion - my mom was an editor for Vogue. Compared to the music industry, though, I'd say [fashion] is a little bit more disorganized. But it's exciting for me because, when you're a performer, there is a fashion element.

It's so easy to hate something. It's harder to genuinely appreciate something.