“I never really think so much about commercial success; I usually just ...” — Rick Rubin Quote

I never really think so much about commercial success; I usually just think about records that move me, and 'Baby Got Back' was one that moved me.

There's just a natural human element to a great song that feels immediately satisfying. I like the song to create a mood.

Everything I do, whether it's producing or signing an artist, always starts with the songs. When I'm listening, I'm looking for a balance that you could see in anything. Whether it's a great painting or a building or a sunset.

For me, the Beatles are proof of the existence of God.

It's a big theme in my life, learning about myself and being a better person. I'm a work in progress; I have revelations every day.

Years of imprisoning and beheading writers never succeeded in shutting them out. However, placing them in the heart of a market and rewarding them with a lot of commercial success, has.

Most of all, I love being a storyteller. And yes, I want to make a good living, but I'm not always driven by the best commercial sense.

I'm a commercial artist, both in music and art.

My first job was a commercial for Ball Park Fun Franks.

I certainly wouldn't want a song that I'd already written to be used on a commercial. That seems strange.