Basically, I live to do gigs.

I wouldn't be with a man who was scared of me, but I don't think men are scared of me - look at me, I'm tiny. I don't think I'm capable of putting anyone off. I'm a nice girl.

I saw a picture of myself when I came out of the hospital. I didn't recognize myself.

I can't help you if you won't help yourself.

All the songs I write are about human dynamics, whether it's with girlfriends, boyfriends, or family.

The jazz I love is sweet and pure with raw elements, which is exactly what the good hip-hop is doing now.

I don't listen to a lot of new stuff. I just like the old stuff. It's all quite dramatic and atmospheric. You'd have an entire story in song. I never listen to, like, white music - I couldn't sing you a Zeppelin or Floyd song.