I was just learning to play guitar when Tracy Chapman came out. She wrote these songs, she played them by herself and I so admired her for that.

No matter where we come from or where we're going, we've all got memories to contend with, and it's always best not to do this alone!

My father had a varied ear, from Hank Williams to Ravel.

The wonderful thing about Jazz is its willingness to take chances.

My parents were older than normal when they had me, and had been very into the politics of the 1960s, so I was brought up in that atmosphere.

It's great to have other people's help. Then the music gets heard. There's a lot more commercial support for that now.

Second records aren't usually very good. Even Bob Dylan's was a bit disappointing.

Once I was in the city, I really enjoyed it. Just to experience things. There was so much new stuff.

It's wonderful to work with someone with mentor status.

I've always loved singing. I find it exhilarating.

I love playing to people and seeing them react.

Dead or alive, true leaders can inspire an entire army.

I'm only remembering unnecessary things because I'm alone.

You kissed him, right? The only question is, do you want to kiss him again?

Dignity does not consist in possessing honors, but in deserving them.

A zombie film is not fun without a bunch of stupid people running around and observing how they fail to handle the situation.

I'm a Utilitarian, so I don't see the rule against lying as absolute; it's always subject to some overriding utility which may prevent its exercise.

In the '80s especially, a lot of comedians felt compelled to stick with what made them famous and those people became caricatures.

It is what you are inside that matter. You, yourself, are your only real capital.

Friendship first, competition second.

I grew up believing my sister was from the planet Neptune and had been sent down to Earth to kill me.