I don't like to produce albums. I hate producing albums, as a matter of fact, because I'm an obsessed mixer and I can't leave it alone.

I may not be the most famous songwriter in the world, but you know a David Friedman song when you hear it. It took me a long time to appreciate that.

My first career was as a coach and a teacher.

As time goes by, I realize that I do trust the wind. And I often write my songs for myself.

The direct use of force is such a poor solution to any problem, it is generally employed only by small children and large nations.