Venus

It's like physical attraction. It just does it for me.

Oh and we forget to mention life experiences...I mean you're less likely to write a song about tragedy or heartbreak, for example unless you've experienced it.

Never made a video before sounds like a new adventure...

In my house, I always say that rather than butterflies who flap around trying to look pretty all time, we are bees. We buzz and make honey!

I'm surprised no one has mentioned booze yet (or whatever mind altering substances there are out there).

My opinion...practice, perseverence, the "it" factor. A good artist, on the other hand, is open to suggestion and humble, but knows what his/her limits and boundaries are. They stay true to themselves. They also have a realization of knowing when you've written a great song when you have controversy over it, i.e. love AND hate email. I think a truly motivated artist will work hard to connect and build networks with others (not me cause I'm too lazy in my off time).

Google: Diane Warren. There really is no other comparison.

When it comes to music, I'm usually not motivated; just venting.

Lucky. Radiohead? "I'm so happy 'cause today I've found my friends ... "

Hmmm . . . I'm gonna ponder while I'm at work tomorrow (and cheat by asking around). I'll come back Saturday. I have a feeling it's gonna be like "duh"

Oh Crap! I have no idea! If no one answers soon, I'm gonna have to cheat Tom!!!!!