The army influences everything I do. Certainly it teaches you discipline, which is a necessary element of development. I think there's more of a collaborative understanding in the band because of that.

We shall have to take the responsibility for world collaboration, or we shall have to bear the responsibility for another world conflict.

Those who, in debate, appeal to their qualifications, argue from memory, not from understanding.

Talent is extremely important. It's like a sports team, the team that has the best individual player will often win, but then there's a multiplier from how those players work together and the strategy they employ.

I'm not claiming divinity. I've never claimed purity of soul. I've never claimed to have the answers to life. I only put out songs and answer questions as honestly as I can... But I still believe in peace, love and understanding.

Today we stand together all around the world, joined in a common purpose - to remake the planet into a haven of joy and understanding and goodness.