I never talk about anything to do with my sexuality.

Strangely, I feel that I become increasingly reclusive in my normal life and more open and candid in my music.

I make mistakes. I say stupid things. I do idiotic things. And, quite frankly, I'm proud of them. Why not make mistakes?

I realize that of all people, I am no expert on parenting or marriage.

Sometimes I dress like what I want for lunch, because all I can think about is having a tuna sandwich.

I was brought up in many different cultures, moving around all the time, and I find my identity in my songs. I project the identity I want to have throughout the songs that I write.

When you're not part of a club, you have to find another way of surviving.

I have opinions on everything. I'm a stubborn old mule. The biggest problem is keeping my mouth shut.

The stage is my territory, my boxing ring. That's where I'm free.

I say I have a midlife crisis every time I start and finish a record.

You can only get over your fears if you attack them head on.

The artist deals with what cannot be said in words. The novelist says in words what cannot be said in words.

One must always tell what one sees. Above all which is more difficult one must always see what one sees.

Performances will determine who actually ends up being the eighth-inning guy.

The most guileful amongst the reporters are those who appear friendly and smile and seem to be supportive. They are the ones who will seek to gut you on every occasion.

The virtuous carry out the settlement, but those without virtue pursue their claims.

Knowledge is a process of piling up facts; wisdom lies in their simplification.

I always thought I was so fit.

My scare value is high. My arena is controversy. My tough front is my biggest asset.

Your second ducat, like your second million, is never quite as sweet.

She loved you in the morning because the day was new.