Nuno Bettencourt Quotes

As much as you put into it is as much as you get out of it.

As opposed to touring for three years and then going into the studio and writing an album, I think this record is representative of a lot of everyday people.

Even with Extreme, I don't think you have a choice but to sort of have somewhat of an influence of the times.

Having a baby is one of the most wonderful things in your life, as well as the hardest thing in your life.

I am affected by what is around. I don't think many people would admit that.

Live are a really good band. I like Stone Temple Pilots, Radiohead I love. Even Oasis.

Obviously the biggest change is that it's me by myself. When you don't have another band interpreting your songs or playing them the way that they have, it's bound to sound different.

The touring part is really mixed. You love to play and you can't wait to go, but you don't want to leave.

There's two facets to writing a song. There's you sitting in your room writing the sentiments of the song; the lyrics, the melody and the changes, and then there's the part where you go into the studio and you put clothing on it.

Who needs fan mail when you have the Internet?