I don`t think you get to good writing unless you expose yourself and your feelings. Deep songs don`t come from the surface; they come from the deep down. The poetry and the songs that you are suppose to write, I believe are in your heart.
I don`t dream songs. I`m more apt to write dreams down and then to be able to interpret them into a song. I also tend to get up and write prose in the morning from which will come songs.
I am thrilled to have been able to put together this new album. I listened to everything I had recorded in the 24 years with Elektra, and then just took all the ones I am mad about.
I am just glad that I can take the music to the people who want to hear it. I love my audiences. I am deeply indebted to them for giving me the chance to sing my concerts, make records, and do what I love. Whatever people call it, it is great to have a vo...