As I grew up, I was interested in other areas, too, especially literature. It became a major love of mine. Later, it became a difficult choice for me as to whether to major in music or literature. It wasn't until my 30s that I began a profession in music.
“I used to try to draw my girlfriends. I think one of the most romantic things that anybody can do is draw a portrait of the person you love.”
“I've been lucky. The critics never went out of their way to single me out for doing bad work.”