Rock and Roll Road Trip with Brett Michaels

🎸Brett Michaels embraces his image-consciousness and loves being true to himself both on and offstage.

💔The song 'Every Rose Has Its Thorn' was born out of heartbreak, and writing it was therapeutic for Michaels.

🗣️Michaels believes that authenticity and sincerity in songwriting can make a strong connection with listeners.

🎶Music inspirations for Michaels include Leonard Skynyrd, Led Zeppelin, Thin Lizzy, Rush, AC/DC, and Van Halen.

👨‍👦‍👦Michaels looks up to his dad, who has endured adversity and continues to fight with a humble yet determined spirit.

Does Brett Michaels pretend to be someone he's not?

—No, he embraces his image-consciousness and stays true to himself both on and offstage.

What inspired the song 'Every Rose Has Its Thorn'?

—The song was born out of heartbreak, and writing it was therapeutic for Michaels.

What role does sincerity play in songwriting according to Michaels?

—Michaels believes that authenticity and sincerity in songwriting can make a strong connection with listeners.

Who are Brett Michaels' music inspirations?

—His inspirations include Leonard Skynyrd, Led Zeppelin, Thin Lizzy, Rush, AC/DC, and Van Halen.

Who does Michaels look up to the most?

—Michaels looks up to his dad, who has endured adversity and continues to fight with a humble yet determined spirit.

00:00Brett Michaels joins Sammy Hagar for an intimate conversation.

09:39Michaels and Hagar jam together on 'Your Mama Don't Dance.'

10:41Michaels and Hagar take a go-kart ride through the desert.

12:22Michaels performs 'Every Rose Has Its Thorn' with Hagar's guitar.

13:19The road trip concludes with a lively performance and heartfelt appreciation.