The artists who have inspired me the most in my life are the ones who have really had something to say and stand up for. That, to me, is part of being an artist-having the voice to express things that need to be verbalized and brought to light. Unfortunately, I don't think that's a priority for people, because the few artists who do have the nerve to take a stand for what they believe get shut down in a way.

You could have all the riches in the world, but it doesn't mean much without family.

Hand me the world on a silver platter, and what good would it be?

I've stepped more into my business and really... taken control for how I want that to be.

I grew up in a pretty tough neighborhood.

Good food is an amazing blessing. Whenever you can sit down at a table, eat food that is extremely delicious, and are surrounded by people you love...it's: Wow, life is good.

I have solid decent people around me, and I believe that is all it is, because you will get destroyed if you have people bringing you down.