California to me as a concept or as an idea always seems like endless optimism and endless opportunity - when people think of California they think of palm trees and blue skies and gorgeous sunsets and beaches and everything else. — Mark Hoppus Copy Share Image
Even though it was January, in Los Angeles it was beautiful and sunny and the blue skies were out and it was hot everyday, so I think it was just a product of our environment. And California to me as… — Mark Hoppus Copy Share Image
Ideas are really what interest me in producing a band, if I can bring something productive to the project. — Mark Hoppus Copy Share
There's also this weirdness to California, this darkness, it's a place where people come to follow their dreams and sometimes don't make it. — Mark Hoppus Copy Share
The process of introducing people to new music is amazing. It's a gift. One of the best parts of any day is when someone… — Mark Hoppus Copy Share
I still feel like we're the underdogs, but I feel like people respect us now. People might not like our band or love our… — Mark Hoppus Copy Share
I don't have a problem being on 'MTV,' and I don't have a problem being on the radio. I actually like it. So there.… — Mark Hoppus Copy Share
Make yourself do something stupid so when you really do something stupid you won't feel so bad — Mark Hoppus Copy Share
I feel like anyone can be a kid forever as long as you have that mindset and attitude towards the world. — Mark Hoppus Copy Share
Now everything is available at the push of a button, and that thrill of the search is gone. With vinyl albums and special edition… — Mark Hoppus Copy Share
When I was growing up skateboarding, a bunch of friends and I went to this thrift store and as we were leaving I jumped… — Mark Hoppus Copy Share
