Chicago seems a big city instead of merely a large place.

A Louisiana politician can't afford to let his animosities carry him away, and still less his principles, although there is seldom difficulty in that department.

I take a grave view of the press. It is the weak slat under the bed of democracy.

The function of the press in society is to inform, but its role in society is to make money.

Just in general as a person, not necessarily as a songwriter, being in cities wasn't the right fit. I couldn't escape and be in the woods in 10 minutes if I needed to. I like that in Eau Claire, I can walk to a bar or a coffee shop, and there's city-ish things, but I can also drive and in eight minutes be at my parents' land outside of town.

Wherever I am, I always do yoga every day. I think it's so important for my physical health in sport.

It is true that I once refused to eat haggis in Scotland and this did not sit well with the local population.

I've created a new sound. I've actually brought back dancing and vibes; it's more universal.