What I wanted in life always was to write something as good as 'Pinocchio.' I wanted to write. I wanted to evolve. I wanted to grow.

I would rather write or record something great and have it overlooked than do mediocre work and have it be popular.

The idea of redemption is always good news, even if it means sacrifice or some difficult times.

The thing is that as you grow through life, the pursuit of art and the pursuit of new ideas, all these things keeps your mind elastic.

I'm an immigrant and I've always wanted to write something about America.

It's not that I have compromised or anything, but it's always been important to me to take good care of myself and be a good example. I'm not much a role model in terms of hair care, though.