Sometimes, when we least expect it, we catch a glimpse of someone, a face, perhaps only a smile, and our heart latches on and will not let go. It may not be love at first, but soon and for always.

I'm always flattered and honored when people cover my music or sing my songs, no matter where it is.

Most of my favourite guitarists are self-taught, because in a way there's less of a reverence for the instrument itself, so you end up finding and inventing however you want to play it.

Our emotions tell us what to value. They're like a little GPS system: Go that way. Don't go that way.

Each time you go to the same track you know whether you're improving or whether you're not... it's not open to interpretation. It's measurable - unlike acting.

One breath at a time. One day at a time. Wake up, and be shredded. Cry for a while. Then stop crying and go about your day. You're not okay, but you're alive, and you will be okay, someday.

Sparks fly, it's like electricity.

I was in the movies. I danced, I sang, I learned to work in front of a camera. It was like being in a repertory company.

I have to come out of the closet of the third person and speak in a more direct way.

Altman was told they wouldn't do the film with me. He could easily have abandoned me, but he stood by me and really bailed me out.

If you haven't got it. Fake it! Too short? Wear big high heels, but do practice walking!