Regina Spektor details her classical music upbringing and transition to indie pop stardom. Despite facing challenges such as adapting to a new country and losing access to a piano, music remained a central, stabilizing force for Spektor and her family. She discusses the importance of music in her life, her early struggles with the idea of becoming a classical musician, and how songwriting became her path to expressing her musicality. Spektor also touches on the emotional impact of performing at Carnegie Hall shortly after her father's death and the sense of purpose she feels when connecting with her audience through art. Throughout the interview, she reflects on her gratitude for being able to make music and the joy it brings her.