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.

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.

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.

I had my guitar and some talent so that I could make friends with intelligent people and could talk my way out of difficult situations.

Seeing your own smallness is called insightHonoring your own tenderness is called strength

Breathing became a painful chore. Her lips turned down while her warm fingers caressed my cheek. That touch typically brought me to my knees, but now it cut me

Those who work hard will succeed, While those who slack at their work will be in need

Everybody has demons, some more than others

The art always wins. Anything can happen to me, but the art will stay.

When weight loss becomes a goal in your life, eating right and exercising are just two pieces of the puzzle. Figuring out why you've put on the extra weight is the hardest part.

There's no disgrace in failure, the disgrace is not to try.

It is difficult to practice obedience; but it is even more difficult to practice leadership.

He must have known I'd want to leave you." "No, he must have known you would always want to come back.

They told me I gave the best milk mustache of anybody.