70 Quotes by LP

I have a lot of stories about being mistaken for a guy.

I would wear sunglasses all the time if it wasn't looked down upon in certain situations. I always thought I'd be someone who wore sunglasses like Roy Orbison.

The myriad of ways that a song can be interpreted is astounding to me, and it's part of the allure of writing.

You could have written the biggest hit song, and all eyes are looking to you to write another one. It's not a thankless job; it's just an endless job.

I was done with my second major label deal, and I was doing a lot of urban sessions, and I had an acoustic itch. And you know, I picked up a ukulele. I always wanted one. And it just resonated with me. I would wake up with this uke in my hand. For me the ukulele just opened this door in my heart.

I know all too well what it takes to have a hit: A little bit of luck, a little bit of work, a little bit of talent.

I think Pride, it means ultimately, finally, being able to live with freedom in some ways. Or, at least, that's what we're striving for.

I do rock the sunglasses. To a rude point, at times. But I don't care, it's my first defence. I'm shy, so I've gotta have something. I need some protection, man.

Pop is like a puzzle: to write a perfect pop song, you never know, and there's so much that can happen in a second with a song.