Music in war is a candle in the darkness

Happiness earned, not given.

There are two kinds of diamonds in this world: The diamond itself and the eyes full of love!

I was very happy sitting alone at a dining room table, writing a script.

Breaking up monotony is key to life and it doesn't matter whether I'm stacking shelves or writing songs, if I was doing the same thing every day I just couldn't take it.

Religion is pointing toward the moon

The nights seem to me too long... I am often scolded by Madame Pasteur, but I tell her I shall lead her to fame.

If only we could see in advance all the harm that can come from the good we think we are doing.

It isn't success after all, is it, if it isn't an expression of your deepest energies?

I really connect with music that has a point, that's not just a heavy riff and cool sounds. I always like it to have a purpose.

I've come to this conclusion: What makes a great actor is great need. A huge need of acting.