It seemed like a very small possibility for me to become an artist. I didn't have the need to be on the stage; I didn't feel the need to be heard. I just needed to write.

I don't know, I feel desperate when I sing. And I look desperate - it feels like I'm singing for my life, which makes me twitch, if that makes sense.

I'm so happy I discovered early how wonderful music makes me feel.

I love to be alone, and I did as a child as well, especially if I was outside.

I'm very picky; I'm never happy with anything. It's so hard to give the record away and accept that you're done.

My age is very insignificant to me. I don't think about it, but the world does. The world likes young people in general.

I think that, whatever happens, I'm just happy I've written those songs and I've made an album. That's really big for me, and I'm proud of that.

My skin gets so dry and chapped, and the second I get off the plane, I apply so much sunscreen.

I just wanted to be a songwriter. I did really not like the sound of my own voice.

Bob Dylan is like an alien on this earth, and I love him! I cried when I saw him play live because I was so close to him.