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I started growing roses. I enjoyed the craft of it and that they're difficult to look after; they can provide joy.

I like the fervor of religious music, the zealous aspect - that preachers can go from a conversational cadence into this passionate singing.

I was definitely inspired by gospel music, or old-school R&B; I got into some Good God gospel compilations.

I like simple writing. I'd rather read Hemingway than Burroughs.

Music was my friend when I was a teenager, and I would inhabit and take comfort in lyrics. That's how I want to write.

I'm just worn down and weary of bands whose lyrics are cryptic and self-referential.

When you're making an album with people who made your favorite records as a rebellious teenager, it feels like you've achieved something.