You have to let it all hang out, let go of the ideas that were more comfortable and embrace some of the sadness in your life.
I love playing to people and seeing them react.
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.
My father had a varied ear, from Hank Williams to Ravel.
It's wonderful to work with someone with mentor status.
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.
I've always loved singing. I find it exhilarating.
Second records aren't usually very good. Even Bob Dylan's was a bit disappointing.
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!
Once I was in the city, I really enjoyed it. Just to experience things. There was so much new stuff.