Quotes from Jason Becker

I guess I would say true happiness is to love and be loved. Of course, having enough money for food, shelter, health care and things like that all help, but that is more about security.

Some people feel sorry for me, and I understand that. I really feel lucky though.

My dad was my first influence. He played classical guitar and my uncle Ron played the blues.

Generosity and kindness always feel good to give, and it never feels good to give grief or negativity.

I spend time editing and massaging each note. Then I start layering with different instruments, adding harmonies, counterpoint, and whatever the song calls for. Then I arrange it into a whole piece, and decide where I need to add live musicians. It takes a lot of time, but it is very satisfying once it is complete.

Age doesn't affect me. With ALS, I am just stoked to have another year.

I thought it would be fun to write a song where a bunch of my favorite guitarists contributed, so I started 'Valley of Fire.'

You know, some people think since I can't move I am a vegetable. Wrong. Just picture yourself as you are, just always sitting down and if you need something a hot babe takes care of you. I am exaggerating a little, but this is how I see it.

Many times in music, if you are given limitations, it expands the creativity.