Historically, I come from Jewish history. I had the classic upbringing in the Yeshiva, learning, learning, and more learning.

Words can sometimes, in moments of grace, attain the quality of deeds.

Most people think that shadows follow, precede or surround beings or objects. The truth is that they also surround words, ideas, desires, deeds, impulses and memories.

It used to be said that when the Baal Shem Tov came into a town, his impact was so strong, he didn't have to speak. His disciples had to dance or to sing or to preach to have the same effect. I think a real messenger, myself or anyone, by the very fact that he is there as a person, as a symbol, could have the same impact.

I close my eyes, then I drift away, into the magic night I softly say. A silent prayer, like dreamers do, then I fall asleep to dream my dreams of you.

I couldn't possibly write 'Next to Normal,' but God, I can weep and watch 'Next to Normal' five times.

I recorded 'Play God' in a shed. I don't know how we got it to sound as good as it did.

How quickly we forget God's great deliverances in our lives. How easily we take for granted the miracles he performed in our past.