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" I lived five years in Portugal and then spent winters in Nepal or India. "

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" I used to get really sick. I would go to the doctor with all these ailments, and they would tell me I needed to be at home. I didn't even really understand what that meant because since I was a baby, I've always been moving, moving, and then touring. "

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" I think pop culture underestimates people. The message is, 'Being yourself is the worst thing you could possibly be.' But people are still attracted to it. "

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" When I play, I'm so in the moment that I can't really remember what happened afterwards. It's a rare experience for a thinking person like me. "

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" I honestly kind of hate shopping. My favorite places to shop are rich old lady consignment stores. "

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" I love listening to demos. They're so raw. "