In 1982 he attempted to fly his single-engine Cessna around the world.
He was arrested in India on suspicion of spying. Charges were later
dropped.
Has Asperger Syndrome.
His song, "Cars," hit #9 in the U.S. charts June 7, 1980. In 1996, the
song was utilized for an English TV ad which renewed its popularity and
returned it to the top 20 in England, UK