“ There are lasting consequences for using drugs. I'll still be paying for my prior use. Layne Staley
“ Drugs will have a huge effect on my work for the rest of my life, whether I'm using or not. Layne Staley
“ Kurt and I weren't the closest of friends, but I knew him well enough to be devastated by his death. For such a quiet person, he was so excited about having a child. Layne Staley
“ I've always looked for the perfect life to step into. I've taken all the paths to get where I wanted. But no matter where I go, I still come home. Layne Staley
“ Music is the career I'm lucky enough to get paid for, but I have other desires and passions. Layne Staley
“ It was all about music, about getting your friends to come and see you play. I don't see that same intimacy happening very much today. Layne Staley
“ Andrew Wood's death changed things for a few weeks. I probably got even heavier into drugs after that. Layne Staley
“ I've always looked for the perfect life to step into. I've taken all the paths to get where I wanted.But no matter where I go, I still come home me. Layne Staley
“ We started this band as kids, and as time has gone on, we've grown and are learning to accommodate each others' differences. Layne Staley
