I take making music seriously, but you have to have a sense of humor about yourself. I invite people into my life. That's how I do it.

I'm just being myself. I'm not a very complex guy; I'm not a very studious, crazy intellectual guy. I'm just a guy.

Patience is important, and also, if you don't want to do it, don't do it. But if you do, do. That's a general rule in how I live my life.

I thought I knew Elton John, but then it was like, "Woah, Elton's a pimp! He's really amazing." And since Billy and Elton are homies, I'm finally getting it - the two piano boys.

I was having a good time before, but you grow up after a couple years and realize, "I can't get drunk like this every night." Things change.

Perfectionist? Thats not something I am.

Once a song comes out, these songs aren't mine. They're everybody's. So there you go.

Regardless of how funny I want to be, I don't ever have a problem speaking from my heart or speaking honestly to people.

Journalists say my music is "blue wave," or "dreamy," or "jangly-slacker jewel," and none of it really makes sense to me.

I don't have that much experience in the studio, but I'm always really uncomfortable when I'm there. You're on the clock and it costs a lot of money.

When you're growing up, you just take what you've got.

Day by day, there exists the possibility for the dream to come true.

Gratitude is uplifting and helps you glow, stay beautiful, and feel eternally young as it churns up zeal and undying enthusiasm.

History is important because it teaches us about past. And by learning about the past, ypu come to understand the present, so that you may make educated decisions about the future.

Costumes and scenery alone will not attract audiences.

I know the constitution in Oregon was passed in 1859. Free expression of opinion.

During the investigation evidence of the vulnerability of women in the modelling profession was startling and models are at high risk of eating disorders.

It's good to see the children be creative. It's the pleasure of the future.

Fame lulls the fever of the soul, and makes Us feel that we have grasp'd an immortality.

O for a life of Sensations rather than of Thoughts!

Leadership is not rank, privileges, title or money. It is responsibility.