So, we just kind of created our own thing and thats part of the beauty of Athens: is that its so off the map and theres no way you could ever be the East Village or an L.A. scene or a San Francisco scene, that it just became its own thing. – Michael Stipe
Sometimes before we make a record I go back and listen to a few. Its equally humbling and uplifting. – Michael Stipe
My feeling is that labels are for canned food… I am what I am – and I know what I am. – Michael Stipe
Ive always felt that sexuality is a really slippery thing. In this day and age, it tends to get categorized and labeled, and I think labels are for food. Canned food. – Michael Stipe
Id like to be more patient! I just want everything now. Ive tried to meditate, but its really hard for me to stay still. Id like to try to force myself to do it, because everybody says how wonderful meditation is for you, but I cant shut my mind up. So patience and learning is the key. – Ellen DeGeneres