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There is incredible power in the arts to inspire and influence.

George Harrison is perhaps one of the most creative people I ever met, not only in his music and songwriting, but just the way he lived his life, decorated his gardens and homes. He was a dear friend of mine. His entire approach to music was very unique.

I see so many activists... who are artists because they feel that they have the power of communication.

There is this power that comes with being famous.

What gives the artist real prestige is his imitators.

You can be revered for all sorts of qualities, but to be truly charismatic is rare. Elizabeth Taylor was, for me, one of those rarities.

There are different kinds of artists: the ones that inspire you, and the ones that overwhelm you.

As an artist I have an even more abiding interest in the compact between the Arts and Government.

I'm all about supporting anyone whose art is also the way they make their living.

I've always believed that the artiste is the one who has his pulse on the society and who, in many ways, represents the conscience of society in terms of engaging standards that we need to live by.